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Community members question management plan for Poland Municipal Forest
Community members question management plan for Poland Municipal Forest
Trumbull County citizens budget panel to gather info from department heads
Trumbull County citizens budget panel to gather info from department heads
Reports: Man was 3x over legal limit
A Boardman man cited with operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol Monday afternoon was more than three times over the legal limit for driving drunk, reports said.
Spring pops up super early in much of US
Spring has sprung early — potentially record early — in much of the United States, bringing celebrations of shorts weather mixed with unease about a climate gone askew.
Trump sees 'new chapter of American greatness' in big speech
Heralding a "new chapter of American greatness," President Donald Trump stood before Congress for the first time Tuesday night
TRUMP SPEECH | President wants Congress to pass improved education bill
Presidents want Congress to pass improved education bill
2 Youngstown school board members seek censure of one of its members
2 Youngstown school board members seek censure of a third member
Youngstown City Council sets streetlight upgrades as priority
Youngstown City Council sets streetlight upgrades as priority
TRUMP SPEECH | President launches plan to rebuild nation's infrastructure
President launches plan to rebuild nation's infrastructure
TRUMP SPEECH | President renews promise to defeat ISIS, reaffirms alliance with Israel
TRUMP SPEECH | President renews promise to defeat ISIS, reaffirms alliance with Israel
TRUMP SPEECH | President promises to keep promises to American people
President promises to keep promises made to the American people
Recent criminal activity in Boardman, Poland
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Standing-room-only crowd at Poland Municipal Forest meeting
Standing-room-only crowd at Poland Municipal Forest meeting
Tod Homestead Cemetery cleanup deadline is March 15
Tod Homestead Cemetery cleanup deadline is March 15
Amazon cloud storage failure causes widespread disruption
Amazon cloud storage failure causes widespread disruption
Cruze beats Civic, Corolla in Consumer Reports 'Top Picks' list
The Lordstown-built Chevrolet Cruze has been named today by Consumer Reports to the 2017 Top Picks list.
Schiavoni of Boardman will run for governor in 2018
Schiavoni of Boardman will run for governor in 2018
OSHP investigating tractor-trailer fire in Jackson Township
OSHP investigating tractor-trailer fire in Jackson Township
Man arrested in Austintown for violating bond rules
Man arrested in Austintown for violating bond rules
U.S. Rep. Ryan won't run for governor, two sources say
U.S. Rep. Ryan won't run for governor, two sources say
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1967 will have its March 14 gathering at noon at Imperial
YWCA to host Women's Night Out
YWCA to host Women’s Night Out YOUNGSTOWN YWCA of Youngstown, 25 Rayen Ave., will celebrate
West Branch ousts Struthers
The Warriors are in the district final for the sixth time in seven years.
Cavs, LeBron get well against Bucks
LeBron James returned from sickness, and the Cavaliers felt a whole lot better.
Increase state child welfare spending, advocates urge
Despite the opioid epidemic’s impact on families, Ohio ranks last in state support for child welfare.
Austintown discusses rehiring recently-retired firefighter
The township also advanced more than $400,000 in funds to various departments
February auto sales expected to drop slightly
February is expected to have a total of 1.3 million new vehicle sales, down as much as 3 percent over last year’s 1.34 million.
Nine MLK Elementary students get to move on
Third-grade student and recent ELL graduate Jaysean Hermilus-Garcia said proudly that his favorite word to learn and say in English is “awesome”
Twenty-six Youngstown water employees take a plea deal for falsifying their credentials
Their water licenses are suspended for a year
Youngstown council to consider Wednesday the spending of up to $4.1 million for an improvement project to Meridian Road
The work includes the replacement of a water line and storm sewers as well as road resurfacing and curb upgrades
Oscar envelope blunder puts firm’s reputation in jeopardy And the loser is...
By PAN PYLAS Associated Press LONDON For 82 years, accounting and consulting firm PwC has
Steelers sign Brown to deal; Bell franchised
The Steelers signed Antonio Brown to a new five-year contract on Monday.
washington Trump looks to refocus presidency in address to Congress
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s first address to Congress gives him a
Big surge for military in Trump’s budget
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump is proposing a huge $54 billion surge in
Pressure on Republicans to revamp health law grows
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump declared Monday that “Nobody knew that
Will coconut oil clog coronary arteries?
Q. My surgeon says that coconut oil is bad for me and will cause heart attacks. So many others
Jewish centers cope with bomb threats; graves vandalized
Associated Press Jewish centers and schools across the nation coped with another wave of bomb
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v John Mellencamp: Tonight on
Can Trump work money magic?
Opinion: By Ann McFeatters Tribune News Service WASHINGTON OPM. Other people’s money. After
Israel has a right to defend itself
Opinion: By Michael Rubin Tribune News Service The ballistic missile test Iran conducted in late January
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2017. There are 306 days left in the year.
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 28, the 59th day of 2017. There are 306 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
WHO: The 12 most worrisome bacteria
Associated Press LONDON The World Health Organization has issued a list of the top dozen
Call: Bar shooting suspect said he’d killed ‘Iranians’
Call: Bar shooting suspect said he’d killed ‘Iranians’ OLATHE, Kan. A bartender at the
Oddly Enough
Oddly Enough Note on pickup apologizes for ‘anger isusesh’ CARBONDALE, Colo. Police in western
Some community members question plan for Poland Municipal Forest
Session on Poland forest scheduled for tonight
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING
HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING District tournament qualifiers Division I Friday and Saturday at North
Children’s Advocate nominees sought
Children’s Advocate nominees sought BOARDMAN Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley is
Will Trump be presidential in first speech to Congress?
Editorial: We ask that question in the headline about President Donald J. Trump’s appearance tonight at a
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Flea launch in April YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown Flea will launch this year on April 22.
METROSFlbdigest
Body identified MECCA The Trumbull County Sheriff’s office identified the body found in a
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Warren City Council, 4 p.m., health & welfare committee, council caucus room,
New highs for US stocks
Associated Press Wall Street notched another set of milestones Monday as the Dow Jones industrial
Wall St. up to old tricks
Opinion: By Chuck Collins OtherWords Remember October 2008 – the bank bailouts, the spiking unemployment
NBA roundup Monday’s other games
Warriors 119, 76ers 108 PHILADELPHIA Kevin Durant had 27 points in his return to the lineup and
YOUNGSTOWN WATER EMPLOYEES Here are the Youngstown Water Department employees who pleaded guilty Monday, numbered by their order of appearance in Franklin County Municipal Court.
1. Steve Procick 2. Albert A. Morocco 3. William F. Rowe 4. Joseph Pasquale Jr. 5. Bradley
Takata pleads guilty in scandal
Associated Press DETROIT Japanese auto parts maker Takata Corp. pleaded guilty to fraud Monday
METROSFlbdigest
Pasta fundraiser for Sojourn to the Past YOUNGSTOWN Sojourn to the Past will host a pasta dinner
nfl news and notes
Cleveland Browns Veteran WR Hawkins parts ways with team CLEVELAND Andrew Hawkins gave the
Monday, February 27 (76 stories)
Prosecutors: Facebook taunts led to Saturday shooting
Nasser Hamad, 47, of state Route 46, was arraigned Monday in Trumbull County Common Pleas Court
Poland schools foundation grant powers STEM activities
Gabbie Seifert, an eighth-grade student at Poland Middle School, excitedly came up to her teacher, Jill Marconi.
Sign spinners' moves nab attention on street and at contest
You've seen them at intersections and outside strip malls spinning an arrow-shaped sign and trying to grab the attention of drivers and passers-by.
Youngstown Water Department employees plead guilty to charges for falsifying their credentials
Youngstown Water Department employees plead guilty to charges for falsifying their credentials
UPDATE | Bond for man in Saturday's shooting set at $5M
Nasser Hamad, 47, pleaded not guilty to two counts of aggravated murder and three counts of attempted murder.
Austintown racetrack announces 2nd purse increase in 6 weeks
Austintown racetrack announces second purse increase in six weeks
Dylann Roof’s jurors worship at church where he massacred 9
Dylann Roof’s jurors worship at church where he massacred 9
Man injured in fall from float during #Mardi Gras parade
Man injured in fall from float during Mardi Gras parade
Plaintiffs: 5 automakers knew #Takata air bags were dangerous
Plaintiffs: 5 automakers knew Takata air bags were dangerous
Sunday fire at North Side home under investigation
Sunday fire at North Side home under investigation
White House: Trump budget will hike defense spending by $54B
White House: Trump budget will hike defense spending by $54B
HAPPENING NOW | Two in custody after police stop van
HAPPENING NOW | Two in custody after police stop van
The morning after: 'Moonlight’ really won in major mess-up
Oops, our bad: ’Moonlight’ really won in major mess-up
City water dept. employees to appear in court today
City water dept. employees to appear in court today
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Girard Fraternal Order of Eagles, 26 W Wilson Ave., will host a charity quarter auction
Man faces theft charge after attempted ambulance theft
Man faces theft charge after attempted ambulance theft
'Moonlight' wins best picture Oscar as Beatty bungles big moment
He first mistakenly announced "La La Land" won the coveted Academy Award
Boardman prepares for wide open district tourney
Despite his early-season win over Harding, Birch admitted he was “a bit surprised” his Spartans were seeded ahead of Warren Harding
YSU track sweeps Horizon League championship
For the first time in Youngstown State history, both the men’s and women’s track and field teams are the Horizon League’s indoor champions
YSU students will take a trip around China in 30 days
Beginning June 1, some Youngstown State University students will embark on the $5,400, 30-day trip through China
Family dispute sparked fatal Howland shooting
By ED RUNYAN runyan@vindy.com HOWLAND A shooting that ended in two deaths and three injuries
David Ritchie reflects on 50 years on Austintown’s Board of Education
Superintendent and former principal spearhead legacy foundation in his honor
YSU baseball’s 8-run inning leads to upset
The Youngstown State baseball team earned one of the biggest regular-season wins in program history
Around the NBA | Sunday’s games
Thunder 118, Pelicans 110 OKLAHOMA CITY Russell Westbrook scored 41 points in his 29th triple-
Sunday Around the NHL
Blue Jackets 5, Rangers 2 NEW YORK Cam Atkinson and Alexander Wennberg each scored twice to
Civic leader discusses America’s covenant with black communities
Youngstown church hosts weekly Black History month speakers.
Carnival Time
By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Zion Lutheran Church was turned into a
SPORTS digest
YSU mens basketball earns No. 9 seed The Youngstown State men’s basketball team (11-20) earned the
Wendy’s to bring self-ordering kiosks
Wendy’s to bring self-ordering kiosks DUBLIN, OHIO Wendy’s says it plans to install self-
Here is a partial list of Academy Award winners announced Sunday night:
Here is a partial list of Academy Award winners announced Sunday night: Picture: “Moonlight”
Mitchell helps Ohio State win share of Big Ten title
Associated Press PISCATAWAY, N.J. Kelsey Mitchell and Ohio State accomplished one of their main
Wall St. ‘sodbusters’ are a menace
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords I love the names: Bobcat Farm, Golden Eagle Ranch, Long Prairie, Ten
At 89th Oscars ceremony, Beatty blunders, but in the end ... ‘Moonlight’ eclipses
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES “Moonlight” has won best picture at the Academy
‘Get Out’ lands top spot
‘Get Out’ lands top spot LOS ANGELES Great reviews and buzz propelled comedian Jordan Peele’s
Pentagon aims to expand fight in Somalia
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Pentagon wants to expand the military’s ability to battle al-
Loretta Lynn coming to Packard Music Hall
Staff report WARREN Country music legend Loretta Lynn will come to Packard Music Hall on June 9.
Youngstown police arrest two wanted for beating death of Pittsburgh taxi driver
Youngstown police arrested two teenagers Sunday who are wanted in connection with an attack on a Pittsburgh cab driver who later died from his injuries.
Harvest for Hunger merits communitywide support
Editorial: The relentless pain of hunger shows no signs of loosening its tight and agonizing grip on our
Samsung delays new phone; showcases tablets instead
Associated Press NEW YORK Samsung’s product showcase Sunday was notable for what’s missing: a
The Oscars have been handed out for 2016, and while it might be too soon to predict the contenders
The Oscars have been handed out for 2016, and while it might be too soon to predict the contenders
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Austintown school board administrative subcommittee, 2 p.m., central office, 700
Conflicts loom over health care, Supreme Court
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress returns to Washington today to confront dramatic
YEARS AGO ON FEB. 27
Today is Monday, Feb. 27, the 58th day of 2017. There are 307 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Ohio, other states fear funding gaps for health care
Associated Press WASHINGTON A sobering report to governors about the potential consequences of
Wean Foundation awards $98K in Neighborhood SUCCESS grants
Among the recipients are the Urban Farm Cooperative in Warren and YSUScape in Youngstown
NBC banking on viewers being ‘Taken’ with series
By Rick Bentley The Fresno Bee LOS ANGELES The team members behind the new NBC drama “Taken”
DISTRICT I BOWLING Boardman boys, Harding girls advance to state tourney
Two teams will represent the Mahoning Valley in the Division I state bowling
Pesticide certification
Pesticide certification EAST PALESTINE Ohio State University Extension will offer a pesticide
Trump should rein in Israel
Opinion: By John B. QUIGLEY Tribune News Service Following January’s widely condemned ballistic missile
Sales-tax holiday
Sales-tax holiday Lawmakers are looking to renew the back-to-school sales-tax holiday. The
If GOP overhauls taxes, what popular tax breaks are at risk?
Associated Press WASHINGTON When Republicans say they want to lower taxes and get rid of
NOTICES
NOTICES SFlbBASEBALL The Bob Cene Memorial 18-U/17-U Wood Bat Tournament — is registering teams
Recaps of Sunday’s other Top 25 Women’s College Basketball Games
No. 5 Notre Dame 79, No. 8 Florida State SOUTH BEND, IND. Brianna Turner scored 24 points to
NCAA softball Limping YSU drops two more contests
Penguins have lost four games in past two days Associated Press WINTHROP, S.C. The
Supporting the arts for our sake
Opinion: By Dana Gioia Los Angeles Times The National Endowment of the Arts is under attack – again. The
Sunday’s men’s top 25 games
No. 7 Louisville 88, Syracuse 68 LOUISVILLE, KY. Donovan Mitchell made six 3-pointers for 25
Casualties mount as Iraqi troops advance
Associated Press MOSUL, IRAQ “We have wounded!” the men shouted from the roadside. Two soldiers,
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, lunch,
Man accused of hitting crowd had alcohol level 3x legal limit
Associated Press NEW ORLEANS The man who purportedly plowed into a crowd enjoying a Mardi Gras
Malaysia: Poisoning caused quick death
Associated Press KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia Malaysia’s health minister said Sunday that the dose of
WEAN FOUNDATION | Grant recipients
Since 2008, the Wean Foundation’s Neighborhood SUCCESS grant program has awarded just over $1.5
ON THE LINKS Sunday’s professional golf results
HONDA CLASSIC PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLA. Winless in more than a year, Rickie Fowler finished
Trump’s choice for Navy secretary opts to withdraw
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s choice to be secretary of the Navy,
Sunday, February 26 (83 stories)
Kurt Busch wins Daytona 500
Many of NASCAR's biggest stars were knocked out in crashes in the traditional season opener
Drunken driver caused Mardi Gras accident that injured 28
The driver plowed through busy streets during holiday weekend festivities, police said
Wendy's to install self-ordering automated food-vending kiosks at 1,000 restaurants
It is doing so to reduce labor costs and respond to youth trends
Sessions' agenda could result in renewed prison overcrowding over tougher drug penalties
The new administration has also reversed the Obama administration's policy on not using private prisons, such as the Northeast Ohio Correctional Center in Youngstown
Positive reviews propel 'Get Out' to top of the box office heap this weekend
'Lego Batman' came in second place
Fight to keep Confederate flag flying in South gets two victories
In SC, the Heritage Act protects the flag
Report warns of dire consequences of repeal of Obamacare
Ohio Gov. Kasich doubts whether the US House will pass anything that still provides adequate coverage
Casualties mount as US-backed forces advance in IS-held Mosul
Hundreds have been killed in recent days
Joseph Wapner, star of 'The People's Court,' dead at 97
Wapner show was one of the granddaddies of the syndicated reality shows of today.
Actor Bill Paxton dies at 61
Star of "Apollo 13," "Titanic" and HBO series "Big Love" died from complications due to surgery.
Howland shooting 911 audio
911 calls from the shooting in Howland on Saturday in the front yard of a Niles-Cortland Road (state Route 46) home that left two dead and three hospitalized.
Howland chief names one fatality, gives details on shooting
Howland Chief Nick Roberts said Nasser Hamad, 47, will be formally charged later with two counts of aggravated murder and three counts of attempted aggravated murder.
GriefShare support group begins
GriefShare support group begins BOARDMAN GriefShare will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday at Good Hope
Book-release party set for March 22
Book-release party set for March 22 WARREN Mussler Chiropractic and Phoenix House Wellness
GARDEN CLUBS
THURSDAY St. Charles will meet at 6:30 p.m. in the St. Matthew Room at St. Charles Church,
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Gathering Place event, sponsored by Lord of Life Church, Canfield, will meet at 11 a.m. March 13 at
SENIOR CITIZENS
Lowellville Senior Citizens will meet at noon Friday at Lowellville City Hall conference room. Ernie
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Cifra leads Struthers to D-II district bowling title
Adam Cifra's 628 series was second-best among individual bowlers.
Offensive songs at Carnival are cut
By SARAH DiLORENZO Associated Press SAO PAULO The typical notion of Carnival in Brazil is that
New program improves attendance for Williamson Elementary students
New program reduces high-risk marks for Williamson Elementary students
Gathering brings fond memories of Rev. James W. Webb II, longtime civil-rights activist
Gathering brings fond memories of Rev. James W. Webb II, longtime civil-rights activist
Interactive drumming session at library draws 100 enthusiastic kids
Interactive drumming session at library draws 100 enthusiastic kids
Black Diamond Leadership Brunch celebrates and honor black males for volunteerism
Black Diamond Leadership Brunch celebrates and honor black males for volunteerism
Guests and organizers celebrated Polish culture and food and drinks
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN Alcorn@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN The Polish Mardi Gras, or Ostatki, the last
I-80 speed cam to remain off-limits for Liberty under new law
Lawmakers rescinded provision that would have included interstates.
Pezzano leads late run by Blue Devils
Karlee Pezzano pulled off some late-game heroics and the Blue Devils escaped with a 65-63 victory.
Mooney wins to set up Round 3 with rival
Conchetta Rinaldi had 14 points and Camden Hergenrother 11 for the winners.
Youngstown cameras aimed at interstates drive accidents down, police revenue up
Nearly $1 million has been collected by the police department from those caught on camera speeding
Irish dynamic duo does in Rebels
Ursuline’s Dayshanette Harris and Simone Comer were just too much for Crestview to handle.
JFK’s LaMonica shoots down Western Reserve with 37 points
Warren JFK will meet McDonald in a district semifinal.
YSU men fall on road to Cleveland State to end regular season
Penguins stumble into postseason having lost seven of last eight games.
Can Oscars show ratings rebound?
By LYNN ELBER AP Television Writer LOS ANGELES If the Oscars had doubled down on nominating
Predicting the Academy Award winners A ‘La La’ landslide?
IF YOU WATCH What: The 89th Academy Awards Where: ABC or live stream the Oscars at ABC.com or
Is GM trying to freeze out competitors?
Associated Press WASHINGTON With states seizing the initiative on shaping the future of self-
Eastern Gateway’s growth reflected in Y’town’s gains
Editorial: Spend some time talking to Dr. Jimmie Bruce, president of Eastern Gateway Community College, and
America’s public pension crisis jeopardizing cities and states that must deliver on promises
Opinion: WASHINGTON Some American disasters come as bolts from the blue – the stock market crash of October
Canfield takes home five section titles
Canfield, Girard, Howland, Hubbard and West Branch combined to send 31 wrestlers to Friday’s district tournament
SATURDAY aROUND THE NHL
Penguins 4, Flyers 2 PITTSBURGH Sidney Crosby scored his NHL-leading 34th goal, Matt Murray
Easy ways to save money at home
Don’t let your cash go down the drain or out the window. Consumer Reports suggests doing the
Aulizia, Kubacki finish top 5 in state meet
Aulizia was very much in the mix for a 50 freestyle title on Saturday
YSU roundup
softball Penguins drop both games in Winthrop Winthrop, s.c. The Youngstown State softball
SPORTS digest
Spano to speak at Curbstone Coaches Local Sports Historian Nick Spano will be the guest speaker
Y’town’s black eye getting worse
Opinion: The disappearance of a prospective candidate for mayor of Youngstown – or any community, for that
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, noon, town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman Township
Week of Sunday, February 26, 2017
Carl R. Mort III et al to Shane D. Bradt et al, W. Michigan, Sebring, $19,000. The Donald E.
Harlem of the West
Associated Press DENVER The neighborhood was once called The Harlem of the West. It’s a place
Right-to-work law still totally wrong for Ohio
Opinion: Right-to-work law still totally wrong for Ohio It’s d j vu all over again in the Ohio
Strange antiques and collectibles with mysterious shapes and unknown purposes are sometimes part of
Strange antiques and collectibles with mysterious shapes and unknown purposes are sometimes part of
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Job skills workshops YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave., is offering monthly
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Saturday’s games Deron Williams intends to sign with Cavs Free agent guard
MORE WOMEN’S COLLEGE BASKETBALL
No. 1 UConn 91, Memphis 48 STORRS, CONN. Katie Lou Samuelson broke out of a shooting slump,
SATURDAY’S PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL Warren JFK 70, Cleveland VA-SJ 69 Antonio McQueen and Justin Bofenkamp each
Locals looking for route to Columbus
Three area teams and three individuals will compete in the Division I district bowling tournament today.
American Airlines launches cheap economy fares
American Airlines launches cheap economy fares FORT WORTH, Texas Cheap, no-frills fares from
YSU track holding lead at Horizon League Championship
Both the Youngstown State men’s and women’s indoor track and field teams hold seven-point leads
MEN’S TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL Saturday’s games
No. 2 Villanova 79, No. 23 Creighton 63 VILLANOVA, PA. Eric Paschall scored a season-high 19
Democrats elect Perez party chairman on second ballot
Associated Press ATLANTA Democrats elected former Labor Secretary Tom Perez as their new
Daniel Suarez to represent Mexico in Daytona debut
Associated PRess DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. Daniel Suarez wore a suit but ditched the tie the first
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
Insurance The Gibson Agency of Girard has been recognized by Grange Insurance as a top-performing
HARDCOVER FICTION
HARDCOVER FICTION 1. “Lincoln in the Bardo” by George Saunders (Random House) 2. “Norse
CORRECTION
CORRECTION An article on Page A3 of Saturday’s Vindicator headlined “MS Consultants hired as
Fox News’ Swedish ‘security adviser’ has many puzzled
Associated Press NEW YORK A wave of puzzlement is rippling across Sweden for the second time in
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
Benjamin scores 22, but YSU women fall
The Penguins will be the No. 8 seed in next Week’s Horizon League Tournament.
Multitalented cast of ‘No More Peace!’ includes strong standouts
By Eric McCrea entertain@vindy.com With the tumultuous political scene we all face on the daily
Coal-royalty program changes frozen by Trump administration
Associated Press BILLINGS, Mont. The Interior Department has put on hold changes to how the
Bar attack suspect a ‘drunken mess,’ not political
Bar attack suspect a ‘drunken mess,’ not political OLATHE, Kan. A Kansas man accused of
Democrats inviting immigrants to Trump’s speech
Associated Press WASHINGTON Democrats have invited immigrants and foreigners to President
YEARS AGO ON FEB. 26
Today is Sunday, Feb. 26, the 57th day of 2017. There are 308 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Conditions deteriorate in west Mosul
Associated Press MOSUL, Iraq The Iraqi advance into Mosul’s western half slowed Saturday as
Closed to traffic
Closed to traffic YOUNGSTOWN Beginning Monday, East Glacier Drive will be closed to traffic from
Pre-existing conditions makes health care replacement complex
Associated Press CHICAGO As Republicans try to unite around a replacement for the Affordable
Adopted son wants to live with biological mother
Q. Our 14-year-old son, who was adopted by open adoption, now wants to go live with his biological
Salty pretzels normalized blood pressure
Q. I am battling high blood pressure. With effort, I have been able to keep my BP at an average of
Saturday, February 25 (79 stories)
UPDATE | Howland shootings are 'not a random act of violence'
UPDATE | Howland shootings are 'not a random act of violence'
Biker Brewhouse revs up business at Harley dealership
Patrons of Biketown Harley-Davidson, 5700 Interstate Blvd., are accustomed to putting many of their senses to good use.
Youngstown City Schools Student of the Month
Michael Price, 12, a seventh-grader at Discovery Transitions to Careers at Volney, is the Youngstown City Schools District’s Student of the Month.
Gathering brings fond memories of Rev. James W. Webb II, longtime civil-rights activist
Gathering brings fond memories of Rev. James W. Webb II, longtime civil-rights activist
Girls basketball: Comer, Harris lead Ursuline over Crestview
Ursuline and Mooney will meet in a district semifinal on Wednesday.
Black Diamond Leadership Brunch celebrates and honor black males for volunteerism
Black Diamond Leadership Brunch celebrates and honor black males for volunteerism
Girls basketball: Mooney takes Canton Central Catholic
Mooney and Ursuline will meet in a district semifinal on Wednesday.
Girls basketball: LaMonica scores 37 in Warren JFK win
Antonella LaMonica scored a game-high 37 points for the Eagles.
Girls basketball: Lisbon holds off South Range, 65-63
Lisbon rallied from a 63-59 deficit with less than a minute to play.
Miss Alexander, Mr. Streb will marry in June
The parents of Ashley Alexander and Adam Streb, both of Austintown, are announcing their engagement.
Hvisdak-Bates engagement is announced
Danielle Lynn Hvisdak of Boardman and Robert Carl Bates of Canfield are engaged and are planning to
Melissa Moss, Eric Gelsomino are engaged
The parents of Melissa Moss and Eric Gelsomino, both of Akron, are announcing their engagement and
Michele Byrdy, Mark Kunsman are engaged
AUSTINTOWN Mike and Anna Byrdy of Austintown are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
Miss Yacovone, Mr. Ward plan April wedding
The parents of Tara Yacovone of Mineral Ridge and Brad Ward of Newton Falls are announcing the
Miss DeCesare, Mr. Inskeep will marry in May
LOWELLVILLE The parents of Madelyn C. DeCesare and Eric D. Inskeep are announcing the couple’s
Kalie Gargano | Patrick Murphy
HERMITAGE, PA Kalie Marie Gargano and Patrick Joseph Murphy were united in marriage during a
Cheryl Tunison | David Corll
AUSTINTOWN The wedding of Cheryl Tunison and David Corll Jr. took place Oct. 15, 2016, at
Westminster Choir hosts performances
Westminster Choir hosts performances Westminster College Concert Choir will host two performances
Leetonia ‘bumps’ Campbell in finale
The Bears finished 16 of 40 at the foul line while Campbell was 4 of 5.
Monae makes jump from music to film
By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK The journey from pop star to serious
record reviews
Rhiannon Giddens Album: “Freedom Highway” Grade: B Singer-songwriter Rhiannon Giddens mines
Howland drops close game to Lakeside
Their seasons have been defined by near losses that could have flipped their records
Jimmy Kimmel readies for big night Oscars host
IF YOU WATCH What: The 89th Academy Awards Where: ABC, or live stream the Oscars at ABC.com or
Home-field edge: YSU hosts Horizon event at WATTS
YSU will look to win the Indoor Track and Field Horizon League meet this weekend at the Watson and Tressel Training Site.
Youngstown officials say they will no longer seek the services of a demolition contractor they say called a city employee a racial slur
City officials say the contractor has ‘treated several city employees in a disrespectful manner’
Former councilman appointed service director
Niles council gives first reading to legislation separating service and safety positions
A YSU competition crushes miniature bridge creations
Students from 19 local high schools spent a sunny afternoon indoors, building bridges then breaking them
Ohio Republican Party says removal of Trumbull chairman Randy Law was improper
Ohio Republican Party says removal of Trumbull chairman Randy Law was improper
Man indicted on murder in Niles death of his daughter, 5 weeks old
Man indicted on murder in Niles death of his daughter, 5 weeks old
DePasquale calls allegations lies and mayor incompetent
DePasquale calls allegations lies and mayor incompetent
Talent agency seeks actors for movie
Staff report BOARDMAN LeModeln Model and Talent Agency, 7536 Market St., is seeking actors for a
Spartans finish historic season
You have to go back to the 1986-87 season to find the last time the Boardman Spartans posted 18 wins in a single season.
Bulldogs pull away from Niles to share AAC White championship
Poland share the AAC White title with Edgewood.
Upgrade traffic signals
Upgrade traffic signals SALEM Work is expected to begin next week to upgrade traffic signals at
Savoring 100 great years of Girl Scout cookie sales
Editorial: In some respects, Scouting organizations in this country have been swept up in a dizzying torrent of
NASCAR looks to end steep decline
The good news for NASCAR is that all signs indicate Dale Earnhardt Jr. has a legitimate shot to win the Daytona 500.
House rethinks going on red light
Opinion: Hang around the Statehouse long enough and you’ll hear certain phrases repeated over and over again.
high school sports at a glance
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL United 57, Lisbon 52 Kaden Smith scored 13 points to lead
nhl roundup | Friday’s games
Capitals 2, Oilers 1 WASHINGTON Justin Williams and Tom Wilson scored as the Washington
nfl news and notes
Steelers Pouncey lawsuit heading for trial A lawsuit against Steelers center Maurkice Pouncey
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Ribbon cutting BOARDMAN Accudose Pharmacy, located in Unit B at 685 Boardman-Poland Road, will
BTS sales-tax break proposed again
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio lawmakers have proposed bringing back a three-day break from the
golf roundup | Friday’s events
PGA Honda Classic PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLA. Ryan Palmer has reason to believe that better days
Iraqi forces advance in Mosul
Associated Press MOSUL AIRPORT, Iraq As Iraqi ground troops pushed into western Mosul on
US stocks eke out gain as utilities rise
Associated Press NEW YORK A late push helped U.S. stocks finish higher Friday after indexes
White House defends contacts with FBI over Russia reports
Associated Press WASHINGTON The White House on Friday defended chief of staff Reince Priebus
Oddly Enough
Oddly Enough Vienna cafe bills patrons to charge cellphones VIENNA A Viennese cafe owner has
NASA weighs risk of adding crew to megarocket’s 1st flight
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. NASA is weighing the risk of adding astronauts to the
Plan calls for awarding border-wall contracts by mid-April
Associated Press SAN DIEGO U.S. Customs and Border Protection said Friday that it plans to
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church, 108 W. Indianola Ave.,
Wild-game dinner and gun raffle
Wild-game dinner and gun raffle The Mahoning County Coon Hunters, 9680 Akron-Canfield Road, will
washington Trump continues to blast media, anonymous sources
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump unloaded on the news media Friday for using
J.C. Penney to shut 130-plus stores, offer early retirements
Associated Press NEW YORK J.C. Penney is joining its department store rivals in pruning its
New glasses help the legally blind see
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Jeff Regan was born with underdeveloped optic nerves and had
Maybe Trump isn’t a ‘strongman’
Opinion: By Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg View By this point in his presidency, George W. Bush had announced
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YEARS AGO
Today is Saturday, Feb. 25, the 56th day of 2017. There are 309 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Real-estate tax bills
Real-estate tax bills YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County property owners will receive their first-half
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Phantoms hockey, 7:05 p.m.: The team takes on Fargo, N.D., at
Pittsburgh bald eagles bounce back
In 2013 a pair of bald eagles set up housekeeping along the Monongahela River in the Hays
Witnesses: Bar gunman shouted ‘get out of my country’
Witnesses: Bar gunman shouted ‘get out of my country’ OLATHE, Kan. In the middle of a crowded
US new-home sales rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON Americans bought more new homes in January after a steep fall-off
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Denise Heap and Michael Hartman, Struthers, girl, Feb.
Teen girl who called 911 to say she shot dad remains jailed
Associated Press CINCINNATI A 14-year-old Ohio girl charged with killing her father told a judge
Licensed for thrills and more
Most of us find it difficult to dole out our hard-earned cash for such things as permits, licenses
Report disputes threat from banned nations
Associated Press WASHINGTON Analysts at the Homeland Security Department’s intelligence arm
I want to pump you up
I jumped about two feet in the air when the gas pump at the Gas and Go Away started talking to me. I
Trump’s diplomatic style all about his personal connections globally
Opinion: By Andrew Malcolm Special to McClatchy While much of the news – real or fake – out of Washington
MVSD hires MS Consultants to serve as chief engineer though end of June
The Mahoning Valley Sanitary District hired MS Consultants of Youngstown Tuesday to serve as chief engineer and engineer of record for the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District effective Thursday.
Friday, February 24 (126 stories)
Auto show features Chevrolet Cruze giveaway
If you go to the Cleveland Auto Show, you will have a chance to win a brand-new Chevrolet Cruze Premier.
Kasich: Trump 'listened very carefully' about Medicaid
Ohio Gov. John Kasich says there is no animosity between him and President Donald Trump
Twins, 17, face charges of robbery, kidnapping
Twin 17-year-old boys were taken to the Trumbull County Juvenile Detention Center on Friday and are facing several felony charges
New program improves attendance for Williamson Elementary students
New program improves attendance for Williamson Elementary students
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
Summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard
MVSD hires MS Consultants to serve as chief engineer though end of June
MVSD hires MS Consultants to serve as chief engineer though end of June
White House defends contacts with FBI over Russia reports
White House defends contacts with FBI over Russia reports
US Marshals looking for rape suspect who may be in Youngstown area
US Marshals looking for rape suspect believed to be in Youngstown
Boil-water alert issued today for some Champion Township residents
Boil-water alert issued today for some Champion Township residents
Transgender boy wins in first round of girls tournament
Transgender boy wins in first round of girls tournament
Witnesses: Bar gunman shouted 'get out of my country'
Witnesses: Bar gunman shouted 'get out of my country'
Austintown police used GPS to find missing luxury car
Austintown police used GPS to find missing luxury car
Several media outlets blocked from today's White House briefing
Several media outlets blocked from attending today's White House briefing
Teen’s shooting adds to increased Toledo homicides this year
Teen’s shooting adds to increased Toledo homicides this year
Winter health conference is Saturday at Hillside Rehab Hospital
Winter health conference is Saturday at Hillside Rehab Hospital
West Branch Athletic Boosters hosts spaghetti dinner Saturday
West Branch Athletic Boosters hosts spaghetti dinner Saturday
Businesses tell Ohio congressman import tax plan would hurt
Businesses tell Ohio congressman import tax plan would hurt
St. Patrick's Day Parade Coming Soon
Check out the plans for the 2017 Youngstown St Patrick's Day Parade. Many presenters and attendees, including a BMX Finale show!
Chevrolet Cruze is official giveaway vehicle at Cleveland Auto Show
Chevrolet Cruze is official giveaway vehicle at Cleveland Auto Show
Trumbull County grand jury indicts man charged with killing his infant daughter
Trumbull County grand jury indicts man charged with killing his infant daughter
Judge: 1 additional accuser can testify at Bill Cosby trial
Judge: 1 additional accuser can testify at Bill Cosby trial
Explosives demolish Cleveland power plant in middle of night
Explosives demolish Cleveland power plant in middle of night
Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church has food, clothing distribution Sunday
Temple Emmanuel Seventh-day Adventist Church has food, clothing distribution Sunday
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
Markets Right Now: Stocks open lower on Wall Street
McDonald school board has special meeting Saturday morning
McDonald school board has special meeting Saturday morning
Wife: Ohioan’s shooting began with dispute over music, trash
Wife: Ohioan’s shooting began with dispute over music, trash
Bowl-a-thon set for Saturday
Bowl-a-thon set for Saturday AUSTINTOWN The 24th annual Junior Achievement Bowl-a-thon will take
CLUB CALENDAR
ASSOCIATIONS Mill Creek Chapter of the American Business Women’s Association will celebrate its
Ditzler to state lawmakers: Get some guts
Mahoning County officials have a variety of views on commissioners enacting a possible $5 license plate fee surcharge.
Division II district bowling event peppered with locals
Eight Mahoning Valley teams and seven area individual qualifiers will compete.
Warren JFK celebrates state title
Eagles receive championship rings and other awards during their football banquet.
Boardman duo motivated
high school wrestling By BRIAN DZENIS bdzenis@vindy.com BOARDMAN Only two pins separate
Art exhibition of nude works
WARREN “Nude on Park,” a regional juried art show that celebrates the naked human form, opens
Boardman Police Chief Nichols plans to retire in 2018
Boardman police chief Nichols to retire in 2018
Columbus judge again orders Weathersfield injection well back open
Columbus judge again orders Weathersfield injection well back open
Cake Wars Champion and Graffiti Carving founder visits MCCTC
Stephan Baity said a high-school teacher encouraged him to pursue a career in the culinary arts
Jordan Peele’s ‘Get Out’ is horror with a fresh perspective Getting under the skin
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer Fifty years after Sidney Poitier upended the latent racial
Penguins fall behind early, can’t catch up in loss to Oakland
YSU shot just 4 of 27 from 3-point range.
Dobbins students compete in Math 24 Competition
Dobbins Elementary Math 24 competition team competed at the third annual county-wide Math 24
Poland students learn about digital danger
Students at Poland Middle School received a lesson in learning about the dangers on the internet on Feb. 2.
Chocolate factory creates sweet fun for everyone at Poland library
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children entered the sweet world of Willy
Children become young geologists
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children studied up on how rocks helped shape
Judge D’Apolito visits CHC
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Fourth-grade students at C.H. Campbell Elementary School had
CHS choirs provide a blast from the past
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School choir students gave their families and
Nicolli cooks her way onto WFMJ appearance
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Mary Nicolli has cooked her way into the hearts
CVMS students enjoy ‘visit’ from Moon
Fifth-grade students at Canfield Village Middle School enjoyed a ‘visit’ to their classroom from a bioastronautical engineer on Jan. 26.
Children become amateur geologists
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children studied up on how rocks helped shape the
Children become young geologists at Mill Creek Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children studied up on how rocks helped shape the
Former student performs for current students at St. Christine School
Katy Collins received a warm welcome from her former school, St. Christine’s, on Jan. 31 when she came back to perform for the students and staff.
Business owner turns hobby into full-time job
In March 2012, Kristin Biggs’ started making candles as a way to earn extra money.
Mooney senior collects coloring supplies for those in need
While some high school seniors take it easy on the way to graduation, Cardinal Mooney High School
Mooney senior collects donated coloring supplies
While some high school seniors take it easy on the way to graduation, Cardinal Mooney High School
Children make a furry friendat Mill Creek Park
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children hopped their way to Bears Den Cabin on
Children make a furry friend at Ford Nature Center
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children hopped their way to Bears Den Cabin
Children become young geologists at Ford Nature Center
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Children studied up on how rocks helped shape
Superintendent gains insight and feedback from students
On Jan. 25, 15 student representatives from Austintown Intermediate, Middle and Fitch High School
BOARDMAN
BOARDMAN Feb. 9 Theft: Ocean R. McDay and Zhjontaya M. Anderson, both 19, and Moenay Y. Oliver,
Miss DeChellis, Mr. Ronghi plans are announced
Danielle Marie DeChellis of Canfield and Lance William Ronghi of McDonald plan to marry July 15.
Jim and Betty Berni celebrate 50th anniversary
AUSTINTOWN Jim and Betty (McLandsborough) Berni recently celebrated their 50th wedding
Poland Community Briefs
Friends of the Poland Library to meet on March 7 The Friends of the Poland Library will meet on
Jan. 30
Jan. 30 Theft: Debit cards were stolen at Country Fair,1143 N. Canfield-Niles Road. Criminal
Boardman Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Spring athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Amanda Churlik, Nathan Rumm set Oct. date
POLAND Paul and Barbara Churlik of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Amanda
Poland Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Spring athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants spring sports news Spring athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Boardman Community Briefs
Grief support group to meet in March A grief support group will meet weekly at 6:30 p.m. beginning
Austintown Community Briefs
Souper Supper to be March 16 The Austintown Council of PTAs and the Fitch Art Department will host
Canfield Community Briefs
Canfield Lions host fish dinners for Lent Canfield Lions’ fish dinners for Lent will begin on
Ashley Altiero • Bobby McCabe
YOUNGSTOWN Ashley Altiero, a daughter of Kenneth and Ruthanne Altiero of Poland, became the bride
Don’t let utility reforms hurt Ohio’s energy boom
Editorial: The state of Ohio and the Mahoning Valley have begun to savor the fruits of an alternative-energy
Tax tips aimed at boomers
Opinion: By Erin Arvedlund The Philadelphia Inquirer President Trump turned 70 last year. If he, like
Facing gun charges
Facing gun charges YOUNGSTOWN Police arrested a Compton Lane man Wednesday on gun charges after
Trumbull engineer’s office to have truck washing facility by fall
Trumbull engineer’s office to have truck washing facility by fall
Iraq retakes Mosul airport amid cautious advances against IS
Associated Press SOUTH OF MOSUL, Iraq Closely supported by the U.S.-led international
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Youngstown gets ride-sharing Lyft YOUNGSTOWN Lyft, a ride-sharing program, rolled out with 54
Short on substance, UN resumes Syria talks
Associated Press GENEVA Syria’s opposing sides met face-to-face for the first time in U.N.
Mnuchin: Goal is to pass tax reform by August
Associated Press WASHINGTON Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said Thursday the administration
Southeast survives Poland’s bid for a buzzer-beater
Poland lost 72-71 in its Division II sectional final against Southeast on Thursday night.
Arrested in sting
Arrested in sting AUSTINTOWN Police arrested a woman on charges of soliciting sex and possessing
Washington Prime reports 4Q, full-year earnings increase
Washington Prime Group Inc. reported earnings of $53.1 million in 2016 on revenue of $921.3 million.
Former Niles Mayor Ralph Infante seeks two-month delay in his public-corruption case
Former Niles Mayor Ralph Infante seeks two-month delay in his public-corruption case
Bills targeting transgender bathroom access are floundering
Associated Press Bills to curtail transgender people’s access to public restrooms are pending in
Claims for US jobless benefits on the rise
Associated Press WASHINGTON More Americans applied for unemployment benefits last week, but
Storm system that hit Calif.moving into the Midwest
Associated Press More than 50 million people are being warned to watch for high winds or even
LaPlante pushes through puzzles to improve the district
John LaPlante says the Illuminator of the Year Award is a win for all of the Youngstown City School District
Hamlin spoils Junior’s return
Denny Hamlin charged past Dale Earnhardt Jr. with one lap remaining Thursday night to deny Earnhardt a victory
CEO and ex-NFL player tell Choffin students about overcoming adversity
Speakers worked through challenges to find success
men’s college basketball roundup Thursday’s other games
No. 5 UCLA 87, Arizona State 75 TEMPE, ARIZ. T.J. Leaf scored 25 points, and UCLA survived an
Kelly: No use of military for deportations
Associated Press MEXICO CITY Seeking to tamp down growing unease in Latin America, U.S. Homeland
Ex-speaker predicts ‘Obamacare’ won’t be repealed
Ex-speaker predicts ‘Obamacare’ won’t be repealed WASHINGTON Former House Speaker John Boehner
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 24
Today is Friday, Feb. 24, the 55th day of 2017. There are 310 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Dakota Access oil pipeline camp cleared of protesters
Associated Press CANNON BALL, N.D. Authorities on Thursday cleared a protest camp where
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital April Ramos and Mark Ortello, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 22.
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Austintown Community Church, 242 S. Canfield-Niles Road, various
Indiana store sells winning Powerball ticket
Associated Press INDIANAPOLIS The sole winning ticket for an estimated $435.3 million Powerball
Agenda Saturday
Agenda Saturday McDonald school board, 10 a.m., special meeting to interview architectural firms
YSU baseball team hits the road and the books
The Penguins travel the first five weekends of their season.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v “Vaudeville at the Vic,” 7:30 p.m.: A wacky family-friendly night
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Pastafarian colander pic strains legality for license THE HAGUE, Netherlands A
High court won’t hear man’s Amish hair-cutting case
Associated Press WASHINGTON The U.S. Supreme Court won’t review the case of the Ohio leader of a
Conservatives urged not to ‘squander’ Trump presidency
Associated Press OXON HILL, Md. President Donald Trump’s top aides Thursday delivered an over-
Panel OKs Canfield annexation
The Mahoning County commissioners approved annexing about 22 acres from Canfield Township to the city of Canfield.
Black Dems in Y’town upset over embrace of only white candidates
Opinion: Race has been a political issue in Mahoning County, particularly in Youngstown, for years. It came
Lindor’s star on rise with Indians
Only 23, Lindor has become a star among stars, the smiling face and young soul of the AL champion Indians.
The investigation that led to criminal charges filed against 26 Youngstown water employees isn’t over
Nearly all of the workers will plead guilty Monday to misdemeanors
mahoning county | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury Thursday indicted these people on these charges: Justin Kellum, 25,
For nursing-home workers, helping missing Fowler girl, 12, is all that matters
Not known why a 12-year-old girl walked away from her home in Wednesday afternoon and disappeared
Thursday, February 23 (111 stories)
Immigration lawyer advises about rights during seminar
Members of Youngstown’s Latino community joined immigration lawyer Richard Herman on Thursday for a seminar focused on educating immigrants on their constitutional rights.
Warren JFK 'rings in' its state championship
On Thursday, the Eagles were presented state championship rings.
YSU hits the road and the books
Student-athletes have to balance it all. There’s practices, classes, study tables, homework, games and workouts.
YSU helps students move from college to careers
About 60 Youngstown State University alumni and local employers set up tables around the Chestnut Room in Kilcawley Center on Thursday
Police activity in Canfield and Austintown for week of Feb. 12
A summary of criminal activity in Canfield and Austintown
Bouncing baby bongo shows its stripes at Los Angeles Zoo
A rare baby bongo has made its debut at the Los Angeles Zoo.
Kelly: No use of US military to enforce immigration
Kelly: No use of US military to enforce immigration
Off-duty Calif. officer's fight with teens sets off protests
Off-duty Calif. officer's fight with teens sets off protests
Stambaugh Charter Academy hosts kindergarten meeting Friday
Stambaugh Charter Academy hosts kindergarten meeting Friday
Indiana store sells winning $435 million Powerball ticket
Indiana store sells winning $435 million Powerball ticket
Kasich cleared to give State of the State speech in Sandusky
Kasich cleared to give State of the State speech in Sandusky
Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor files paperwork to run for Ohio governor
Lt. Gov. Mary Taylor files paperwork to run for Ohio governor
Youngstown man gets 15-year federal prison term for selling drugs
Youngstown man gets 15-year federal prison term for selling drugs
Water department employees will enter pleas Monday
Water department employees will enter pleas Monday
Markets Right Now: Industrials, small-company stocks sink
Markets Right Now: Industrials, small-company stocks sink
US, Mexico at odds over deportation as top officials meet
US, Mexico at odds over deportation as top officials meet
Claims for US jobless benefits tick up, level still healthy
Claims for US jobless benefits tick up, level still healthy
Mahoning commissioners approve annexation of Canfield Township land to Canfield city
Mahoning commissioners approve annexation of land to city of Canfield
Ohio, Wisconsin kick start interstate talks on Trump effect
Ohio, Wisconsin kick start interstate talks on Trump effect
'Little Irish Beauty' faces charges for prostitution
'Little Irish Beauty' faces charges for prostitution
Man imprisoned for cop shooting back in jail facing heroin charge
Man imprisoned for cop shooting back in jail facing heroin charge
Man jailed after police find him with gun, marijuana
Man jailed after police find him with gun, marijuana
Police serving warrants discover cash, guns and drugs
Police serving warrants discover cash, guns and drugs
Police find shell casings, blood after reports of gunfire
Police find shell casings, blood after reports of gunfire
Judge orders well reopened; ODNR says it will appeal
Judge orders well reopened; ODNR says it will appeal
Mount Calvary seeks Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from creditors
Mount Calvary seeks Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection from creditors
YSU Theater unearths 1935 play ‘No More Peace!’ History lesson with humor
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN Chances are you’ve never heard of the satirical
Mayor: ‘Back room deal’ led to DePasquale dismissal
The mayor said he fired his safety-service director for an unauthorized payment to a union employee.
Mooney’s press shuts down Ridge
Mooney will now play at home against Canton Central Catholic on Saturday at 1 p.m. in a sectional final.
Rachel Swym’s love of reading is at the heart of the Joseph Badger High School junior’s effort
“This above all: to thine own self be true.” Shakespeare’s “Hamlet,” Act 1, Scene III By
Former Ohio Sen. Nina Turner talks black history at YSU
Turner addresses the Trump presidency and Democratic politics
Valley Delivered Goods now delivering
The grocery, restaurant and errand delivery service opened in December.
City water department employees are accused of falsifying their credentials in an attempt to boost their pay
City water department employees are accused of falsifying their credentials in an attempt to boost their pay
LITTLE MIX hits the big time
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com What the Spice Girls wanted, really, really wanted
Selah Dessert Theater offers ‘The Effect of Gamma Rays’
Staff report STRUTHERS “The Effect Of Gamma Rays On Man-In-The-Moon Marigolds” will open March 2
New spotlight, new baby for Oscars-bound Mahershala Ali
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer LOS ANGELES Mahershala Ali’s universe is expanding,
Verhoeven’s ‘Elle’ is an inferno of lust
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer “Inverted flame combustion.” That’s the kind of heat generated by a
Singer-songwriter Ike Reilly to perform at Calvin Center
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Chicago-based singer-songwriter Ike Reilly will return to Youngstown for
Indians worried about Miller in WBC
Here’s a change or, ahem, a change-up: Andrew Miller has the Indians feeling nervous.
In the swim: Boardman quartet continues program’s state run
For the 18th straight year, the Boardman High School swim program will be represented at the state tournament in Canton.
MAHONING COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES William T. Boomhower, 33, of 9525 Woodworth Road Lot
‘Church Basement Ladies’: familiar look, new songs
By ERIC MCCREA entertainment@vindy.com SALEM Salem Community Theatre is continuing its Season
Butler exhibit features work by late artist
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN An exhibition of works by the late regional artist Jarrett Hutton will
Trump needs a refresher course on one-state or two-state solution
Opinion: Courtesy of President Donald Trump, the “one-state solution” to the Israel-Palestine conflict is now
Investors should beware when evaluating brokers
Editorial: Here’s a fair question for President Donald J. Trump, who’s toying with the idea of doing away with
Advice for the president
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service One day, President Donald Trump is at a prayer meeting
Fraud Investigation Employees named Names of the Youngstown Water Department employees who received letters from the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency notifying them that their Class 2 water
Brian P. Baker Erasamo Rivera Anthony Sammartino Peter A. Deley III David Cole Lamar E.
Immigrants fearing deportation under Trump make plans
Associated Press In Orange County, Calif., dozens of immigrant parents have signed legal documents
Stocks slip from highs
Associated Press NEW YORK U.S. stocks slipped Wednesday after their recent record-setting run.
Wednesday’s preps aT a glance
GIRLS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION III South Range 61, East Palestine 30 Taylor Naples
College Board to boost SAT security to combat cheating
Associated Press PITTSBURGH The firm that owns the SAT college entrance exam is boosting
Former market operator gets 33 extra months in prison
George Rafidi got 33 months in federal prison in a food stamp fraud case on top of the 94 months he was already serving in another case.
Put him in coach, Marte is ready to be in center field
Starling Marte, the guy displacing Andrew McCutchen in center field for the Pittsburgh Pirates this year, hasn’t played the position regularly since the minor leagues.
Ohio GOP to meet
Ohio GOP to meet HOWLAND The Ohio Republican Party’s State Central Committee is expected to meet
Junior stands by his grand plan
Upon further review, hoisting a championship trophy is exactly how Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants to end his career.
Warrensville Heights mayor, former Chicago Bull to speak at Achievers banquet
Warrensville Heights mayor, former Chicago Bull to speak at Achievers banquet
Vallourec reports a $231 million loss in 2016
France-based Vallourec reported a $231 million loss for the year on revenue of $3.1 billion made in 2016.
SPORTS digest
Brookfield 4th grader advances to state BROOKFIELD Brookfield Elementary’s Dylan O’Brien will
Republicans who won after town halls now avoiding them
Associated Press DENVER Republicans who benefited from rowdy town halls six years ago and
Dr. Rodney Hill to be honored at Black Diamond Brunch
Dr. Rodney Hill to be honored at Black Diamond Brunch
Bankruptcy filing
Bankruptcy filing Mount Calvary Pentecostal Church Below are the church’s creditors. A secured
Wednesday’s college basketball games
MEN No. 22 Butler 74, No. 2 Villanova 66 VILLANOVA, PA. Kelan Martin scored 22 points and
FirstEnergy reports $6.2 billion loss in 2016
FirstEnergy Corp. on Wednesday reported a full-year 2016 loss of $6.2 billion on revenue of $14.6 billion.
Body found in lake identified
Associated Press CHIPPEWA LAKE, Ohio A man’s body found in a northeast Ohio lake has been
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Patrick and Christian Dennins, Mineral Ridge, boy, Feb.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa.
Apollo Maennerchor Club, 391 Dock St., Sharon, Pa. Thu: Liam Jones, 6:30 p.m. Barrel33, 8208 E.
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS The Oakland Center for the Arts Kids First Theater Initiative’s “The Wizard of
Study: Technology trouble dents car and truck reliability
Associated Press DETROIT Technology glitches including Bluetooth phone pairing and
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Police: Man with chain saw cuts through door, hurts boss LYONS FALLS, N.Y. State
Surplus food
Surplus food Price Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church, 920 Dryden Ave., Youngstown, produce and food
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 23
Today is Thursday, Feb. 23, the 54th day of 2017. There are 311 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Victorian Players to present ‘Vaudeville’ fundraiser
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The Victorian Players Theatre, 702 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, will
Woman arrested
Woman arrested AUSTINTOWN Police arrested an 18-year-old for soliciting at a motel, according to
Jordan Peele turns focus to directing with ‘Get Out’
By LINDSEY BAHR AP Film Writer LOS ANGELES Jordan Peele is “kind of done” with performing.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Horizon Science Academy Governing Board, 6 p.m., 3403 Southern Blvd., Youngstown.
Iraqi Shiite militias push to take villages west of Mosul
Associated Press BAGHDAD Iraq’s government-sanctioned paramilitary forces, made up mainly of
A high-tech investment firm owner is impressed with the Mahoning Valley
He led a group of 13 entrepreneurs who visited the area looking for investment opportunities
Emails: EPA’s Pruitt cozy with fossil-fuel industry
Associated Press WASHINGTON While serving as Oklahoma’s attorney general, new Environmental
“The Blacklist Redemption” (10 p.m., NBC): Ready for another spin-off? In “The
“The Blacklist Redemption” (10 p.m., NBC): Ready for another spin-off? In “The Blacklist:
Lawsuit filed in jail suicide
The federal lawsuit seeks $3 million in compensatory damages and $6 million in punitive damages.
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Athena Award YOUNGSTOWN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber, The Vindicator and Vindy.com are
Lawrence County man imprisoned for having child porn
Sean J. Barner, 38, formerly of New Bedford, Pa., drew the sentence Wednesday from U.S. District Court Judge Mark R. Hornak
Wednesday, February 22 (104 stories)
7 Earth-size worlds found orbiting star; could hold life
For the first time, astronomers have discovered seven Earth-size planets orbiting a single nearby star — and these new worlds could hold life.
Police calls in Poland and Boardman
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman townships
Scout’s project allows blind children access to books
Rachel Swym’s love of reading is at the heart of the Joseph Badger High School junior’s effort
Cardinal Mooney girls knock out Mineral Ridge in sectional play
Mooney forced 25 turnovers in home victory
Marte says he's ready to play center field
Starling Marte, the guy displacing Andrew McCutchen in center field for the Pittsburgh Pirates this year, hasn’t played the position regularly since the minor leagues.
One faction selects Wyndham to lead fractured Trumbull GOP
One faction selects Wyndham to lead fractured Trumbull GOP
Pirates' Kang appears in court
It’s not immediately clear when Kang will be able to join the Pirates for the new baseball season.
Man arraigned on several felony charges
A man was arraigned Wednesday afternoon in Struthers Municipal Court after police say he beat his ex-girlfriend severely and attempted to rape her.
Body found in lake ID’d as missing Ohio township official
Body found in lake ID’d as missing Ohio township official
Indians monitoring Miller in WBC
Here’s a change or, ahem, a change-up: Andrew Miller has the Indians feeling nervous.
Immigrants fearing deportation under Trump change routines
Immigrants fearing deportation under Trump change routines
Struthers again seeks federal sidewalk funding for school zone
Struthers again seeks federal sidewalk funding for school zone
Republican US senator: I'm open to subpoena of Trump's taxes
Republican US senator: I'm open to subpoena of Trump's taxes
Police say woman shoplifted immediately after reporting a theft
Vienna woman has had numerous run-ins with Boardman police
Man arraigned in Struthers after police say he attempted to rape woman
Man arraigned in Struthers after police say he attempted to rape woman
Girl to be tried as adult in slaying after Facebook feud
Girl to be tried as adult in slaying after Facebook feud
Ohio police: 9 charged after attack video posted on Facebook
Police: 9 charged after attack video posted on Facebook
Wound Healing Center at TMH has free health-care sessions Thursday, Saturday
Wound Healing Center at TMH has free health-care sessions Thursday, Saturday
Trump administration to lift transgender bathroom guidance
Trump administration to lift transgender bathroom guidance
Republicans who won after rowdy town halls now avoiding them
Republicans who won after rowdy town halls now avoiding them
House speaker getting firsthand look at US-Mexico border
House speaker getting firsthand look at US-Mexico border
Caretaker performed sexy dance on 100-year-old with dementia
Caretaker performed sexy dance on 100-year-old with dementia
Mahoning County deputy sheriff on leave after arrest
Mahoning County deputy sheriff on leave after arrest
Woman arrested at Austintown motel for prostitution
Woman arrested at Austintown motel for prostitution
Have it your way: Man refuses to leave restaurant; police arrest him
Have it your way: Man refuses to leave restaurant; police arrest him
14,000 flee floods around Silicon Valley
Thousands flee, freeway shut in flooding near San Francisco
Ruses by immigration agents under fire as illegals roundups grow
Use of ruses by immigration agents is under fire in LA and around the nation
"How do you get this much negativity out of a baby cow"
Farm posts calf video and animal rights commenters descend
Man faces charge after gun, marijuana found after traffic stop
Man faces charges after gun, marijuana found after traffic stop
Cops: Philly man made up abduction story to spur theft probe
Cops: Philly man made up abduction story to spur theft probe
‘It saved my life’: Talk of #Obamacare repeal worries addicts
‘It saved my life’: Talk of Obamacare repeal worries addicts
Markets Right Now: US stocks edge back from record highs
Markets Right Now: US stocks edge back from record highs
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Lord of Life Church, 550 N. Board Street, Canfield, will offer drive-through chicken
Police ID owner of burning vehicle; await dental records to confirm victim
Police have identified the owner of an SUV that was found burning early Monday morning with a body inside.
Barbershop Chorus plans evening of music
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U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown backs the End Surprise Billing Act
U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown outlined The End Surprise Billing Act
Panel protests proposed revenue loss
Mahoning County will lose $4.4 million a year due to loss of Medicaid managed-care organization sales tax revenue.
Man fires shot at deputy, prompts crisis response team response
Duck Creek Road in Goshen flooded with heavily armed police
LaBrae rallies against South Range in battle of unbeatens
LaBrae won 55-50, rallying from a 10-point, second-half deficit.
Defense spurs JFK win against Howland
What Alec Burzynski and Evan Boyd created on defense was invaluable
Fitch offense stalls in fourth
Alliance rebounds for OT win after Falcons’ miss last shot in regulation
Antone’s event coordinator comes forward
The former event coordinator for Antone’s Banquet Centre says she was told last Friday that her place of employment would close come Tuesday.
911 calls, police reports provide more details in Niles infant’s death
911 calls, police reports provide more details in Niles infant’s death
Warren man seeks funds for educational app game through kickstarter campaign
Warren man seeks funds for educational game through kickstarter campaign
Spartans rally past Panthers
Mike Melewski scored 13 points, John Ryan had 11 and Holden Lipke added 10.
Company that owns local Perkins Restaurants files for bankruptcy
The owner of five Mahoning Valley Perkins restaurants has filed for bankruptcy
Indians' Brantley working his way back
Tribe outfielder’s recovery from injury has been longer than he ever expected.
Awards to honor four black actresses
By JONATHAN LANDRUM Jr. Associated Press When Issa Rae watched Oprah Winfrey being honored at
Connected Wattpad is where writers gather
I love a good science fiction book. Thanks to e-readers and the Internet, it’s never been easier
Trumbull citizens budget review committee talks about cost cutting at first meeting
Trumbull citizens budget review committee talks about cost cutting at first meeting
DiPiero’s songwriter show includes Kix Brooks American Made
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN The American Made Country Music Songwriters Series will return to Ford
A Youngstown commission rejects a request to reopen a South Avenue bar after neighbors complain
The owner said he’ll fight the decision
State must take concerns over injection wells seriously
Editorial: Property owners living in the shadows of two proposed wastewater injection wells in Brookfield
A new direction on education
Opinion: American public school students fall well behind students around the world in math and science
‘House cleaning’ not good policy
Opinion: By Daylin Leach Tribune News Service During presidential campaigns, candidates make lots of
Red tape hurting America
Opinion: By William F. SHUGHART II Tribune News Service As President Donald Trump has noted, a surefire
college basketball roundup
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Howard Hanna raises more than $1M in fundraiser POLAND Howard Hanna Real Estate Services raised
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Victim shot twice YOUNGSTOWN Dr. Joseph Ohr, the Mahoning County forensic pathologist, said
Niles mayor faces backlash after firing safety service director
Scarnecchia faces backlash after firing safety service director
State GOP committee to decide Trumbull dispute
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Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Boardman Township trustees, 5:30 p.m., government center, 8299 Market St.
Yiannopoulos steps down from Breitbart
Associated Press NEW YORK Polarizing right-wing writer Milo Yiannopoulos resigned as an editor
Man arrested for drug trafficking at Davis Family YMCA
Boardman police make numerous weekend drug arrests
NHL roundup | Tuesday’s games
Penguins 3, Hurricanes 1 RALEIGH, N.C. Sidney Crosby scored the go-ahead goal on a deflection
YSU’s Kendrick picks up another award
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Judge: Texas can’t cut Medicaid to Planned Parenthood
Judge: Texas can’t cut Medicaid to Planned Parenthood AUSTIN, Texas A federal judge ruled
Charles Wilson of Minerva speaks with reporters Tuesday outside of Niles Municipal Court after his
Charles Wilson of Minerva speaks with reporters Tuesday outside of Niles Municipal Court after his
oddly enough
oddly enough Mom mails garbage to college student who didn’t empty trash NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. A
Mo. man charged in terror plot
Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. A Missouri native who said he wanted to participate in a
Graffiti found on Wash. memorials
Associated Press WASHINGTON The National Park Service says graffiti has been found at four
On a low-sodium diet? We have recipes for you
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YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 22
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 22, the 53rd day of 2017. There are 312 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
“PARTY FAVORITES” BY ANGELS OF EASTER SEALS
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Michael Alberini’s has a comprehensive and creative wine list for Lovers of the vino
I first met Michael Alberini in the fall of 2007. I was just starting my wine career as a sales
Missouri mulls ‘bathroom bill’
Associated Press JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. Missouri lawmakers are considering a “bathroom bill”
With the 89th Academy Awards just a few days away, WalletHub.com has released its 2017 Oscars Fun
With the 89th Academy Awards just a few days away, WalletHub.com has released its 2017 Oscars Fun
major league baseball News & notes
Pittsburgh Pirates: Jung Ho Kang is scheduled to appear in court today for the first day of his
Trump condemns threats against Jewish centers
Staff/wire report WASHINGTON President Donald Trump on Tuesday condemned recent threats against
Antone’s event coordinator comes forward
The former event coordinator for Antone’s Banquet Centre says she was told last Friday that her place of employment would close come Tuesday.
LAW WORKSHOP
LAW WORKSHOP Herman Legal Group, in partnership with the Organizacion Civica y Cultural Hispana
Creating comfort food masterpieces before winter ends
Family Features Creating a comfort food masterpiece such as Roasted Sonoma Chicken with Wild Rice
Yahoo salvages deal with Verizon
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO Yahoo is taking a $350 million hit on its previously announced
washington Millions targeted for possible deportation in Trump’s new policy
Associated Press WASHINGTON Millions of people living in the United States illegally could be
Tuesday, February 21 (100 stories)
Police search Albert Street area after caller reports possible body dumped
Police search Albert Street area after caller reports possible body dumped
Niles mayor faces backlash after firing safety service director
Niles mayor faces backlash after firing safety service director
Court considers legality of Ohio execution process
Court considers constitutionality of Ohio execution process
Milo Yiannopoulos apologizes for remarks, quits Breitbart
Milo Yiannopoulos apologizes for remarks, quits Breitbart
Indians’ Brantley hopes ’bad days’ behind him after injury
Michael Brantley has clashed with self-doubt and depression while pushing his body.
Trump administration working on trans bathroom guidelines
Trump administration working on trans bathroom guidelines
NBA teams looking to balance rest, play
Cavs coach Tyronn Lue must protect LeBron James from himself.
Immigration workshop is Thursday at OCCHA in Youngstown
Immigration workshop is Thursday at OCCHA in Youngstown
Hubbard police phone not working, residents should call Trumbull County dispatch
Hubbard police phone not working
Mahoning coroner the person found in burned-out car was shot twice in head
Mahoning coroner says person found in burned-out car was shot twice in head
Youngstown Planning Commission rejects plan to reopen former Coconut Grove bar
Youngstown Planning Commission rejects plan to reopen former Coconut Grove bar
Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown closed Thursday, reopens Tuesday
Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown closed Thursday, reopens Tuesday
Chafee blasts media over Trump 'onslaught,' metric coverage
Chafee blasts media over Trump 'onslaught,' metric coverage
UPDATE | Sheriff suspects suicide after target of protection order found dead
Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene said a suspect is dead from "apparent suicide" after shots were fired as deputies tried to serve a civil order of protection at about 11:20 a.m.
4 US tourists, pilot killed in Australian light plane crash
4 US tourists, pilot killed in Australian light plane crash
Lakers fire Mitch Kupchak, put Magic in charge of basketball ops
Lakers fire Kupchak, put Magic in charge of basketball ops
Theft suspect reports theft from her car at Boardman court
Theft suspect reports theft from her car at Boardman court
Public would have limited access to Ohio drug death reviews
Public would have limited access to Ohio drug death reviews
Artists seek $1.25 million for Bowie memorial in London
Artists seek $1.25 million for Bowie memorial in London
US to expand pool of people targeted for deportation
US to expand pool of people targeted for deportation
Company that owns local Perkins Restaurants files bankruptcy
Company that owns local Perkins Restaurants files bankruptcy
Mill Creek MetroParks Board's standing committees meet Thursday
Mill Creek MetroParks Board's standing committees meet Thursday
Trump denounces 'horrible' threats against Jewish centers
Trump denounces 'horrible' threats against Jewish centers
Ohio GOP lawmaker won’t sponsor payday lending reform bill
Ohio GOP lawmaker won’t sponsor payday lending reform bill
US Sen. Sherrod Brown, ONA official discuss patient-care bill in Austintown
US Sen. Sherrod Brown, ONA official discuss patient-care bill
Brown in town to discuss ending 'surprise' hospital billing
Brown in town to discuss ending 'surprise' hospital billing
Youth Leadership Academy scheduled
Youth Leadership Academy scheduled YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Chapter of Jack and Jill of America,
White House denounces ’hatred’ after Jewish center threats
White House denounces ’hatred’ after Jewish center threats
Court considers constitutionality of Ohio execution process
Court considers constitutionality of Ohio execution process
Markets Right Now: US indexes gain, remain at record highs
Markets Right Now: US indexes gain, remain at record highs
U.S. Route 62 to be closed for 2 hours Thursday night
U.S. Route 62 to be closed for 2 hours Thursday night
Bond set for $100,000 for man accused in baby's death
Bond set for $100,000 for man accused in baby's death
Liberty man sought on warrants caught after traffic stop
Liberty man sought on warrants caught after traffic stop
Child safe after falling out of car during police chase
Child safe after falling out of car during police chase
Former Indians pitcher to kickstart ECGG baseball team
Niles resident Jason Stanford is the new baseball coach at EGCC.
Canfield relay team gets another crack at state
Canfield qualified for state in the 200 freestyle relay and the 400 freestyle relay.
LaBrae's Peyton Aldridge continues to soar at Davidson
LaBrae’s Peyton Aldridge continues to soar at Davidson
Antone's Banquet Centre isn't closing
Ross Scianna is adamant that Antone’s Banquet Centre on Market Street is not closing.
Patrons remember Kuzman's bar as fixture of local polka scene
The Girard establishment is now up for sale.
Auto Parkit owner has backup plan if former Packard buildings don’t pan out
Auto Parkit, the Los Angeles-based company owned by Warren native Christopher Alan, is moving forward with the purchase of former Packard Electric buildings
Hot start fuels Ohio State’s upset of No. 2 Maryland
Ohio State got off to a sizzling start and then held off Maryland to get one of the biggest wins in school history
Encarnacion brings power
Designated hitter an offensive threat for Cleveland Associated Press GOODYEAR, ARIZ. As fans
Boogie and The ‘Brow’
nba Associated Press NEW ORLEANS DeMarcus Cousins is on his way out of Sacramento — and right
Former Indians pitcher Stanford to kickstart baseball program
EGCC secured a commitment from former Cleveland Indians twirler and Niles resident Jason Stanford
Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras will seek another term next year
‘It would be a mistake to change chairmen,’ he says
Niles man charged with murder of infant daughter named in other incidents
Niles man charged with murder of infant daughter named in other incidents
Three injured as Blaney crashes in Daytona race
Three people in a pit area were injured when they were struck by a race car that hit a barrier and catapulted over a 10-foot fence
YSU professor gives “Saga of the Mahoning River” presentation to Friends of Mahoning River
YSU professor gives “Saga of the Mahoning River” presentation to Friends of Mahoning River
YCS is looking to add two more grade levels
Youngstown Community School is looking to expand over the next two years
Eric Church cancels scalpers’ tickets
Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Country star Eric Church has been battling ticket scalpers for
washington Trump team to focus on legislation in month No. 2
Associated Press WASHINGTON As President Donald Trump begins his second month in office, his
Authorities probe drug thefts at VA hospitals
Associated Press WASHINGTON Federal authorities are stepping up investigations at Department of
oddly enough
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55 years after his 1st orbit John Glenn still inspires
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Doctor fired patient after dispute
Q. I was listening to your podcast and heard you talk about a woman whose doctor “fired” her as a
New mosquito trap smart enough to keep just the bad bugs TRAPPING TROUBLE
By LAURAN NEERGAARD AP Medical Writer WASHINGTON A smart trap for mosquitoes? A new high-tech
Canfield relay gets another crack at state
Heading to Canton for the state tournament isn’t anything to new to the Canfield boys swim team
US must embrace its energy surge
Opinion: By Douglas Polk Special to The Vindicator The nation’s energy security is stronger than it has
Can’t sleep? It’s not the bed’s fault
Opinion: By Gina Barreca The Hartford Courant My brother sent this email to me: “My bed is a magical
Trump rouses the left
Opinion: By Jim Jenkins The News & Observer (Raleigh, N.C.) What Hillary Clinton and Bill Clinton and
Johnson ranked No. 1 in the world
golf Associated Press LOS ANGELES The only question about Dustin Johnson going to No. 1 in the
The Vindicator received 17 Ohio Associated Press award nominations
The awards in order of finish will be announced May 21
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Economic services NILES The city has entered into a contract with the Youngstown/Warren
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Jolie hopes family will come out ‘stronger’ NEW YORK Angelina Jolie says that she
METRO digest
Man flees police in car with child inside YOUNGSTOWN A city man faces several charges after
Presidents Day marked by demonstrations
Associated Press Thousands of demonstrators turned out Monday across the U.S. to challenge Donald
Group cancels invite to Breitbart’s Yiannopoulos
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Right-wing provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos has been disinvited to
Canfield speech and debate coach earns national recognition
Jeremy Hamilton receives second diamond in his Diamond Coach Award
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Girard School board, 4 p.m., regular meeting followed by executive session,
Steward Health’s presence in Valley prompts questions
Editorial: About six years ago when Community Health Systems offered $120 million to purchase then Forum
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 21
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 21, the 52nd day of 2017. There are 313 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Russia’s ambassador to UN dies
Associated Press NEW YORK Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations, a veteran diplomat known
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Future: Tonight on “Tonight Show
Kasich wants Ohio teachers to complete business externships
Associated Press COLUMBUS A provision in Gov. John Kasich’s budget proposal would require Ohio
LaBrae’s Peyton Aldridge the top guy at Davidson
Two years later, Peyton Aldridge’s game — and his numbers — continues to soar
REUNIONS
The 1967 Class of Campbell Memorial High School will have its March 14 gathering at noon at Imperial
Energy and the Environment lecture at YSU
Energy and the Environment lecture at YSU YOUNGSTOWN Doug Fowler of the Weis Earth Science
CHS reports loss in year, fourth quarter
Community Health Systems, parent company of ValleyCare Health System of Ohio, reported a loss of $1.7 billion reported in 2016, down from 2015’s income of $158 million.
Trump names new national security adviser
Tribune Washington Bureau (TNS) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. President Donald Trump named Lt. Gen.
COURTS
COURTS TRUMBULL COUNTY MARRIAGE LICENSES Jeffrey A. Hansen, 28, of 8164 Cherry Hill Drive NE,
Walk-in flu shots
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Monday, February 20 (60 stories)
YSU professor gives presentation on Mahoning River
YSU professor gives “Saga of the Mahoning River” presentation
Youngstown Community School looks to expand over next two years
Youngstown Community School looks to expand over next two years
Calif. company still seeks to buy former Packard facilities in Warren
Calf. company still seeks to buy former Packard Electric properties in Warren
Canfield speech and debate coach earns national recognition
Canfield speech and debate coach earns national recognition
Patrons remember Kuzman’s bar in Girard as fixture of local polka scene
Patrons remember Kuzman’s bar as fixture of local polka scene
Suspect dies after 9-hour hostage standoff in Kent
Suspect dies after 9-hour hostage standoff in Kent
Youngstown man faces drug charges after Sunday arrest
Youngstown man faces drug charges after Sunday arrest
Pence tries to reassure European leaders shaken by Trump
Pence tries to reassure European leaders shaken by Trump
Campbell Council to meet in closed session Wednesday
Campbell Council to meet in closed session Wednesday
Suspect's family chases cops who chased – and caught – him
Suspect's family chases cops who chased – and caught – him
UPDATE | Police investigate badly burned body in van on East Side
Police are investigating the death of a person found about 7:40 a.m today in a burning SUV behind a vacant Edgar Street home on the city's East Side.
Brown to address 'surprise billing' in Youngstown Tuesday
Brown to address 'surprise billing' in Youngstown Tuesday
Kasich wants Ohio teachers to complete business externships
Kasich wants Ohio teachers to complete business externships
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Junior Group of Goodwill Industries will host its auction and jewelry sale from 6:30 to
State inspections detail problems that led to downsizing of Campbell jail
The mayor moved to scale back the facility last year.
Hope Academy for Autism in Youngstown attempts to raise desperately needed funds
Hope Academy for Autism in Youngstown attempts to raise desperately needed funds
Sunday’s Men’s College Basketball Games
No. 11 Wisconsin 71, No. 23 Maryland 60 MADISON, WIS. Nigel Hayes scored 14 of his 21 points in
Trump explains Sweden remark
Associated Press HELSINKI Swedes have been scratching their heads and ridiculing President
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 20
Today is Monday, Feb. 20, the 51st day of 2017. There are 314 days left in the year. This is
On the Links
On the Links Sunday’s other pro golf results CHUBB CLASSIC NAPLES, FLA. Fred Couples won
2 dams illustrate challenge of maintaining older designs
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Twelve years ago, widespread destruction from Hurricane Katrina on
SpaceX launches rocket from NASA’s historic moon pad
Associated Press CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. A SpaceX rocket soared from NASA’s long-idled moonshot
The top five songs on the iTunes’ music charts for the week ending Feb. 16:
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Lawmaker seeks ban on suspending young students
Associated Press COLUMBUS An Ohio lawmaker said she was stunned to learn that thousands of
Officers nab bank robbery suspect after spotting man’s gun tattoo
Associated Press CLEVELAND The FBI says vigilant police officers working security at the
Iraqi forces launch offensive to drive IS from western Mosul
Associated Press HAMAM AL-ALIL, Iraq U.S.-backed Iraqi forces launched a major air-and-ground
NOTICES
NOTICES BASEBALL The Bob Cene Memorial 18u/17u Wood Bat Tournament — is registering teams at
Father charged in child’s death
Staff report NILES A 32-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection with the Feb. 10
Health care, filling Flynn vacancy top Trump’s agenda now
Associated Press WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. President Donald Trump brought more contenders for
What you need to know about the fiduciary rule
Associated Press President Donald Trump’s administration is working to dismantle a complex set of
PRESIDENTS DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed for Presidents Day
Producers can't keep politics from Oscar show
By SANDY COHEN AP Entertainment Writer BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Meryl Streep ushered politics
Music, art fest expands to 3 days
Staff report CHESTER, W.VA. The annual Music and Art at Oak Glen festival will expand to three
Beware school vouchers
Opinion: By Patrick Elliott Tribune News Service Billionaire voucher advocate Betsy DeVos is all set as
Inject honor and respect into today’s legal holiday
Editorial: Many may well be tempt- ed to pity today’s state and national holiday as the Rodney Dangerfield of
Seeking nominations
Seeking nominations BOARDMAN The Boardman High School Alumni Association is seeking nominations
MORE GAME RECAPS
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Pragmatism gives Trump chance to bring prosperity
Opinion: Pragmatism gives Trump chance to bring prosperity On Jan. 20, I watched the inauguration of
Penguin Jump Start
Penguin Jump Start YOUNGSTOWN New freshmen students at Youngstown State University can get a
Kasich: Health care plan ‘makes no sense’
Associated Press MUNICH Ohio Gov. John Kasich says he supports repealing and replacing the
Inside the Ropes With … Jason Kokrak
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Youngstown will soon be an Eastern Gateway branch
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Draft guidelines seek to aggressively detain immigrants
Draft guidelines seek to aggressively detain immigrants WASHINGTON The Homeland Security
Sunday, February 19 (79 stories)
Peace, love message at Youngstown Peace Walk
About 100 came to share stories, for fellowship, to give and receive love and hold hands and be part of changing Youngstown.
USDA reposts some animal welfare records after criticism
The agency announced its decision to put the reports online Friday and said more reports could be added as it continues a review of what types of information it puts online.
US-backed Iraqi forces begin major offensive to reclaim western Mosul
It is the last major urban stronghold of the Islamic State group
Niles father charged with murder in death of 5-week-old son
The suspect was arrested Saturday in Minerva
Tougher penalties sought for harming pets during commission of crime
New York has no provisions for such crimes
'Lego Batman' conquers 'Great Wall' at holiday weekend box office
The animated film made $34.2 million this weekend for its second week in first place
Another Bowling Green massacre? Trump reference to major incident has Sweden perplexed
The president made the remarks at a rally Saturday night
Eastern Gateway continues growth in Valley; Youngstown site to become branch campus
The branch will have its own dean
Feminist Gloria Steinem's Stambaugh lecture sold out; two new lectures announced
Steinem will speak there March 28
Kasich says phasing out Obamacare “a bad idea”
Ohio Gov. John Kasich says he supports repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Ac
Inmate from Youngstown infected with HIV throws carton of urine at guard
The incident happened at a jail in Iowa
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave. will offer the following opportunities: 9 a.m.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Coitsville Seniors will meet at 12:30 p.m. Thursday at Bedford Trails Golf Course Restaurant on
GARDEN CLUBS
MONDAY Garden Gate will meet at 1 p.m. Thomas Welsh will present local history of classic
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
Peruse or purchase books and magazines
Peruse or purchase books and magazines YOUNGSTOWN Peruse the tables in the Maxine Antonucci
Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally easily captured the Mahoning County Democratic Party’s endorsement for re-election
The mayor addressed his criminal convictions during his nominating speech
Valley natives help promising musical take flight
INSIDE The 2017 Broadway preview. C3 By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com A pair of
Community conversation examines ways to improve safety, employment
The session was Saturday at YSU’s Cushwa Hall
African-American genealogy program set
An African-American genealogy program and a simultaneous children’s event will conclude the library’s Black History Month observance.
Residents, officials express concerns regarding proposed Brookfield injection wells
Residents, officials express concerns regarding proposed Brookfield injection wells
Broadway preview: Midler, Close lead offerings
By MARK KENNEDY AP Entertainment Writer NEW YORK Two Broadway titans in Bette Midler and Glenn
Ohio lawmakers should increase state gas tax
Opinion: Ohio lawmakers should increase state gas tax A recent Vindica- tor article expressing the outlook
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Brookfield school board, 6 p.m., special meeting in executive session to consider
Dems endorse tainted mayor
Opinion: A year ago, Mahoning County Democratic Party Chairman David Betras demanded the resignation of
Youngstown schools CEO stirs interest with hirings
Editorial: By any standard, the hiring by a public school system of three individuals earning six-figure
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
The I Love the ’90s Tour comes to Covelli Centre tonight, bringing a handful of pop acts that
The I Love the ’90s Tour comes to Covelli Centre tonight, bringing a handful of pop acts that had
PRESIDENTS DAY What’s open and closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
BLACK HISTORY MONTH A list of area events in February to commemorate Black History Month as submitted to The Vindicator:
YOUNGSTOWN Next Sunday: Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., a talent show with various
Youngstown school official nominated for national award
John LaPlante is up for Illuminator of the Year
METRO digest
Second bank robbery BOARDMAN Police are still looking for leads to find the person or people
100s of Texans may have voted improperly
Associated Press AUSTIN, Texas Texas election officials have acknowledged that hundreds of
Silver, NBA keep an eye on North Carolina
The NBA is continuing to monitor how states are handling laws regarding the protections of transgender people
Webber, Massimino in Hall of Fame
The career 20-point-per-game NBA scorer and the coach who led Villanova to a stunning upset of Georgetown in the 1985 NCAA championship game were among the 14 finalists
YEARS AGO FOR FEB. 19
Today is Sunday, Feb. 19, the 50th day of 2017. There are 315 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
McCorvey, at center of Roe v. Wade, dies at 69
Associated Press DALLAS Norma McCorvey, whose legal challenge under the pseudonym “Jane Roe”
Understanding addiction clarifies value of Narcan
Opinion: Understanding addiction clarifies value of Narcan As a clinician who has worked with hundreds of
Underage women common in Vegas sex trafficking
Associated Press LAS VEGAS A yearlong academic study of sex trafficking in Las Vegas is
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Regional chamber sets annual meeting BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber’s annual
Foundry casts Oscar statuettes as works of art
By MICHAEL HILL Associated Press ROCK TAVERN, N.Y. Every Oscar fist-pumped or tearfully
LIMELIGHTS, CAREER PATHS
HONORS The 2017 Jury of Fellows from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) elevated Bruce
Friends rally support for Youngstown crime victim
Opinion: Not all stories get the chance to get told as they need to or revisited as they could. This is
World War I to be topic of library series
World War I to be topic of library series CLARION, PA. Clarion Free Library, 644 Main St., will
Local fighters to participate in ‘March Badness’
The event will assist in fundraising efforts for the area’s Rescue Mission and the Frank Kaydo Sr. athletic scholarship at Youngstown State
Stanford to speak to Curbstone Coaches
Stanford to speak to Curbstone Coaches BEAVER TOWNSHIP Former Cleveland Indian and new Eastern
Carpatho-Rusyn history lecture
Staff report HERMITAGE, PA. The Youngstown chapter of Carpatho-Rusyn Society will present a free
prep sports at a glance
SATURDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL Cardinal Mooney 47, Boardman 45 Pat Pelini had 12 points
Patient fired by doctor after HRT fight
Q. I was listening to your podcast and heard you talk about a woman whose doctor “fired” her as a
YSU tops NKU, ends losing run
Cameron Morse’s 20 points led five Penguins in double figures as Youngstown State defeated Northern Kentucky
’50s furniture is cool
Fifties furniture is very popular with vintage collectors today, but some earlier Art Deco designs
Tweets & turmoil roil Trump’s first month as president
Associated Press WASHINGTON One month after the inauguration, the stretch of Pennsylvania
Irving: Earth’s shape up for debate
The Cleveland point guard made headlines in recent days when he questioned whether the Earth is round
LeBron talks and plays a good game
Older, wiser and more aware of the world, LeBron James is unafraid to let his views known
How much sugar is OK in kids’ food?
Recently, there has been even more evidence of the health risks of added sugars, especially for
Tips on celebrating Fat Tuesday in New Orleans A MARDI GRAS GUIDE
By KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS Revel in the bawdy French Quarter or catch a
Robinson, Gordon win NBA All-Star competitions
Glenn Robinson III is the NBA’s new dunk king, with an assist to Indiana teammate Paul George, the Pacers’ mascot and a Pacers cheerleader
Teen nap clubs at school? ‘YGTBKM!’
There must be some relationship between aging and the “You’ve got to be kidding me!” response, if I
Miscues, turnovers haunt YSU women in loss to WSU
It was the kind of night where fundamentals would’ve earned a win
Small-farm conference is March 25 in Massillon
Sessions will cover horticulture, livestock, management, marketing, and natural resources.
Clarence Boles, Youngstown community activist, urged listeners to scrutinize their candidates for public office
Black History Month event speaker held up Frederick Douglass as an African-American to admire
Week of Sunday, February 19, 2017
Jeffrey P. Lancy et al to James Underhill et al, Poland Ave., Struthers, $130,500. Shelly M. Creps
Saturday, February 18 (86 stories)
Turnovers, miscues, haunt YSU in loss to Wright State
Indiya Benjamin scores a career-high 23 in the loss
Community conversation examines ways to improve safety, employment
Community conversation examines ways to improve safety, employment
Residents, officials express concerns regarding proposed Brookfield injection wells
Residents, officials express concerns regarding proposed Brookfield injection wells
Trump motorcade hit by 2x4, 5 students face charges
Trump motorcade hit by 2x4, 5 students face charges
African-American genealogy program set Feb. 28 at East Side library
African-American genealogy program set Feb. 28 at East Side library
Adult basic education, GED classes offered in Canfield and Youngstown
Adult basic education, GED classes offered in Canfield and Youngstown
Power struggle rises over Valley
Utilities seek protective laws that could threaten $1.8B Lordstown energy projects
Southern California rain eases; north facing renewed storm
Southern California rain eases; north facing renewed storm
Comunity activist challenges audience to scrutinize public officials at Feast of Salads
Comunity activist challenges audience to scrutinize public officials at Feast of Salads
Community supported agriculture program takes root
The Iron Roots Community Supported Agriculture Program is new this year.
OSHA: Airport employee apparently demoted in retaliation
OSHA: Airport employee apparently demoted in retaliation
Man dies after breaching security at Honolulu airport
Man dies after breaching security at Honolulu airport
Trump rallies supporters by renewing old promises, insults
Trump rallies supporters by renewing old promises, insults
Blind cleric behind 1990s terror plots dies in US prison
Blind cleric behind 1990s terror plots dies in US prison
Youngstown school official nominated for national award
Youngstown school official nominated for national award
Police wrangle pigs, other animals from Mansfield home
Ohio police wrangle pigs, other animals from home in city
Trump to interview 4 candidates to replace the ousted Flynn
Trump to interview 4 candidates to replace the ousted Flynn
Free lecture on Carpatho-Rusyns is Feb. 25 in Hermitage, Pa.
Lecture on Carpatho-Rusyns is Feb. 25 in Hermitage, Pa.
Pence offers 'unwavering' NATO pledge, leaves open questions
Pence offers 'unwavering' NATO pledge, leaves open questions
Incumbent Mayor John A. McNally gets Dem Party endorsement
Incumbent Mayor John A. McNally gets Dems Party endorsement
McCorvey, who was at center of Roe v. Wade, dead at 69
McCorvey, who was at center of Roe v. Wade, dead at 69
Cattle Baron's Ball will benefit cancer society
Annual Cattle Baron’s Ball will take place April 1 at the Lake Club in Poland.
Larry and Diane Baughman mark golden anniversary
POLAND Larry and Diane Baughman of Poland celebrated their 50th anniversary with a party Feb. 11
Twin sisters are planning weddings| Alexa Pool
CANFIELD Jack and Diane Pool of Canfield are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Alexa
Alyssa Pool and Ryan Abraham
CANFIELD The parents of Alyssa Pool and Ryan Abraham, both of Cleveland Heights, are announcing
Rescue Mission fundraiser dinner at Antones
Proceeds will go toward construction of a new mission building on the Youngstown’s South Side
Pelini rallies Mooney past Fitch
Pat Pelini registered eight points, a steal and two blocks over the final 2:24.
Youngstown school board action is denied once more
Tenth District Court of Appeals in Columbus issued a 2-1 denial of the Youngstown Board of Education’s appeal to stop House Bill 70
‘Planet Earth II’ offers a creature’s-eye view
By JILL LAWLESS Associated Press LONDON From jungles to deserts to mountains, the BBC’s epic
record reviews
Alison Krauss Album: “Windy City” Grade: A When it comes to selecting songs, Alison Krauss’
Optimism felt in sale of ValleyCare hospitals
Steward Health Care System stressed on Friday that it wants to grow the Mahoning Valley health care business it purchased.
One student’s growth raises the bar for Youngstown City Schools
Youngstown schools CEO Krish Mohip said when families buy into the “vision” of the district, anything is possible
PRESIDENTS DAY What’s open, what’s closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
Expanding local anti-drug initiatives can bring results
Editorial: Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine served up some sage advice to about 1,200 police officers, faith
Down to details in budget
Opinion: It takes a few weeks to really get to know the proposed state budget. That’s because the actual
It’s a good thing that Washington has always been notoriously leaky
Opinion: His national security adviser had to resign after falsely denying secret talks with Russia. His
high school sports at a glance
FRIDAY’S RESULTS BOYS BASKETBALL Ursuline 59, Massillon Perry 56 Ursuline won a tight game
WASHINGTON White House denies plan to use troops to round up unauthorized immigrants
By GARANCE BURKE Associated Press The White House distanced itself Friday from a Department of
Brunch benefit planned
Brunch benefit planned YOUNGSTOWN There will be a sonic yoga and vegan brunch benefit for Ellen
major league baseball
major league baseball News & notes Royals: The toxicology report on Royals pitcher Yordano
New Niles firefighters’ pact calls for no pay increase
Firefighters also will pay percentages of their health care premiums
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: Vice Admiral Robert Harward.
Westbrook, Durant quiet on each other
Russell Westbrook and Kevin Durant had plenty to say at their first All-Star appearance. Just not about one another.
Glenn’s widow turns 97, says she misses him ‘terribly’
Associated Press COLUMBUS John Glenn’s widow says she misses him “terribly” and was touched by
Pruitt OK’d as EPA chief over environmentalists’ objections
Tea party gains voice in Trump’s Cabinet with budget chief AP Photo DCPM303 Eds: Updates with
Samsung family succession hits snag with chief’s arrest
Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea South Korea was taken by surprise Friday with the arrest
YSU hockey team hosts CSU tonight at The Ice Zone
Enzo Recchia said he believes the style his team plays is a metaphor for the area — tough and not easy to push around.
Bowyer takes over Stewart’s old ride
Clint Bowyer hasn’t won a race since 2012, hasn’t made the playoffs in three years and is coming off an embarrassingly bad season.
Prosecutor opposes judicial release in homicide case
Timothy Overman is seeking early release from prison in homicide and robbery cases.
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON Over the strong objections of environmental groups, the Senate
Florida man accused in plot to bomb Target stores
Associated Press OCALA, Fla. A Florida man is accused in a plot to blow up several Target
Trumbull elections board keeps one candidate off ballot, splits on other
Trumbull elections board keeps one candidate off ballot, splits on other
Man out of jail in panic-induction case
Man out of jail in panic-induction case WARREN Alan M. Jordan, 33, of Laird Avenue Southeast,
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon cutting for Valley Delivered BOARDMAN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber will have a
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Cody and Skylar Mackall, Lisbon, girl, Feb. 16. Roy and
Stocks inch to new records; S&P 500 up 4 straight weeks
Associated Press NEW YORK Stock indexes inched ahead to record highs Friday, barely, after a
Man free on bond after Girard police say he brandished gun during road rage incident
A woman felt threatened and called police.
Report says Islamic State’s ‘business model’ near collapse
Associated Press The Islamic State group is hemorrhaging money with every piece of territory it
Catholic Charities has new officers on board
Catholic Charities has new officers on board youngstown The Catholic Charities Regional Agency
YEARS AGO
Today is Saturday, Feb. 18, the 49th day of 2017. There are 316 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Enact offender registry
Opinion: Toledo Blade: A violent offender registry proposed by state Sens. Randy Gardner and Cliff Hite is
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Youngstown Symphony Orchestra, 8 p.m.: The premiere of a “Rock
A Youngstown mayoral candidate has withdrawn from the Democratic primary
Her eligibility was to be the subject of a Tuesday hearing
Friday, February 17 (113 stories)
Rescue Mission fundraiser dinner tonight at Antone's
Rescue Mission fundraiser dinner tonight at Antone's
Sargento expands cheese recall, cuts ties with supplier
Sargento expands cheese recall, cuts ties with supplier
One student’s growth raises the bar for Youngstown City Schools
Youngstown schools CEO Krish Mohip said when families buy into the “vision” of the district, anything is possible
Youngstown mayoral candidate withdraws from Democratic primary race
Youngstown mayoral candidate withdraws from Democratic primary race
Five Squared art show now on display
Show at Davis Family YMCA features more than 500 pieces by 200-plus artists
Michel, GOP leader skilled at deal-making, dies at age 93
Michel, GOP leader skilled at deal-making, dies at age 93
Police calls in Canfield and Austintown
A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Appeals court rejects Ohio lawsuit over health care law tax
Appeals court rejects Ohio lawsuit over health care law tax
YSU hockey team's toughness metaphor for Valley
The Penguins are taking on Cleveland State tonight at the Ice Zone in Boardman to end their regular season.
White House Fruit Farm owner remembers beloved mascot, Bonnie
Many visitors also took away fond memories of Bonnie, the farm’s border collie.
Biologists find weird cave life that may be 50,000 years old
Biologists find weird cave life that may be 50,000 years old
UPDATE | Pruitt OK'd as EPA chief over environmentalists' objections
Pruitt OK'd as EPA chief over environmentalists' objections
Baby orangutan, parents' 3rd, debuts at zoo, is doing great
A baby orangutan has made its debut at a Pennsylvania zoo.
Pro wrestler George 'The Animal' Steele dies at 79
Pro wrestler George 'The Animal' Steele dies at 79
Reminder: Youngstown trash collection unaffected by Presidents Day
Reminder: Youngstown trash collection will be Monday
Hitler's phone is up for auction; bids to start at $100k
Hitler's phone is up for auction; bids to start at $100k
A blighted structure is being demolished to provide a greater presence for the Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown
The club wants to eventually turn the space into a recreation center
Girard man accused of pointing gun at woman in rage episode
Girard man accused of pointing gun at woman in rage episode
No plans to close Northside, Steward officials tell staff
No plans to close Northside, Steward officials tell staff
Glitch leaves many Youngstown City Schools employees unpaid
Glitch leaves many Youngstown City Schools employees unpaid
Falling bank stocks nudge S&P 500 a bit further from record
Falling bank stocks nudge S&P 500 a bit further from record
Senate on track to confirm Scott Pruitt as EPA administrator
Senate on track to confirm Scott Pruitt as EPA administrator
Closing arguments underway in trial of 2015 murder case
Closing arguments underway in trial of 2015 murder case
Thiel College hosts matching challenge
Thiel College hosts matching challenge GREENVILLE, PA Thiel College has issued a matching
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES South High School Class of 1953 will have its monthly luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday at
About $400,000 in improvements are coming to two busy downtown Youngstown streets
The work will close the streets to vehicular traffic for about two weeks
Valley Christian’s India Snyder makes history
Snyder is a 1,000-point scorer and the Eagles’ all-time scoring leader.
acM AWARDS Urban’s 7 nods lead all nominees
By KRISTIN M. HALL Associated Press NASHVILLE, Tenn. Keith Urban’s boundary-pushing album
ValleyCare, Sharon Regional sold
After six years of ownership, Community Health Systems, CHS, has sold its stake in Mahoning Valley hospitals.
Sizzling Smolinski lifts YSU women over NKU
Alison Smolinski hit seven 3-pointers in a career-high 30-point performance.
Steelers, Brown negotiating new deal
The Steelers are following through on their promise to offer All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown a new contract.
Discovery students donate dollars for Lyla
“I just really feel the love and the support of the staff,” said Discovery at Kirkmere teacher Corissa Freeman. “They’re my family.”
Canfield native returns to area to share love rocks
Susan Dieter-Robinson created a message love and joy out of tragedy
Morse scores 35, but YSU men can’t get it Wright
Cameron Morse scored 35, but WSU’s Mark Alstork had 33 and the Raiders won.
Canfield Sports Briefs
Neighbors wants winter sports news Winter athletics have arrived and Neighbors wants to be there
Go Baby Go program takes place at MCCTC
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The second annual Go Baby Go build took place at the
Go Baby Go event takes place at MCCTC
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The second annual Go Baby Go build took place at the
Children read and relax with Roxie the therapy dog
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Once a month a furry friend visits the Poland
Catholic Schools Week celebrated with community service
National Catholic Schools Week is an annual celebration of Catholic education in the United States.
Families turn fitness into fun at Poland Union
First-grade students at Poland Union got into shape with their families during the Family Health Night on Jan. 25 and 26.
Mancini to continue soccer career at Toledo
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com Canfield High School senior soccer player Anita Mancini
Cardinal Chili Cook-off brings community together
The Inaugural Cardinal Chili Cook-off took place in the Canfield High School cafeteria on Jan. 6.
CHC kicks off heart campaign
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com For the 20th year, C.H. Campbell Elementary School kicked
Teacher receives award for dedication
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com One of St. Christine School’s teachers received a
Go Baby Go build at Mahoning County Career and Technical Center
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The second annual Go Baby Go build took place at the
TV personality teaches students about Black History Month
WFMJ’s Madonna Chism Pinkard paid a visit to the fourth-grade students at Robinwood Lane Elementary on Feb. 6 to talk about Black History Month.
Go Baby Go build takes place at MCCTC
By ABBY SLANKER neighbors@vindy.com The second annual Go Baby Go build took place at the
Teacher receives award for dedication
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com One of St. Christine School’s teachers received a
Children create kindness in community
Students at Austintown Elementary School spread kindness throughout the halls to their fellow classmates and teachers Jan. 23-27.
Students ride to raise money at Trike-A-Thon
By ALEXIS BARTOLOMUCCI abartolomucci@vindy.com Students pedaled their way into the Growing Place
Poland Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers to meet on Feb. 20 The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be Feb. 20
Austintown Community Briefs
Saxon Club has pork-kraut dinner on Feb. 19 The Youngstown Saxon Club, located at 710 S. Meridian
Boardman High School Honor Roll - Second Grading Period
Grade nine high honor roll Abuoraq, Alaa Amendola, Anthony Basile, Nicholas Basista, Noah
CHS performs at Solo and Ensemble event
On Jan. 28, 56 members of the Canfield High School band program participated in 61 events at the
Boardman Community Briefs
BCB registration currently open Boardman Community Baseball will conduct player registration
Canfield Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers to meet on Feb. 20 The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be Feb. 20
Greenbriar Healthcare to have chili cook-off
In celebration of Heart Month and the Go Red For Women campaign, Greenbriar Healthcare Center and
Mr., Mrs. Cap celebrate 50th anniversary
CANFIELD George P. and Nancy Cap marked their 50th anniversary June 4. Their children are
Boardman Community Briefs
Monday Night Writers to meet on Feb. 20 The next meeting of Monday Night Writers will be Feb. 20
Alison Catanzarite • James Kozlow
CHICAGO Alison Marie Catanzarite and James Kozlow were married Oct. 22 at Old St. Patrick Church.
Burgess and Delgado-Rivas plans revealed
The parents of Najiyah Dje’ Burgess and Luis Geray Delgado-Rivas, both of Austintown, are announcing
Ula-Keller wedding set for Aug. 12
Justine Ula of Poland and Corey Keller of Boardman are engaged and plan to be married Aug. 12. The
Paranoia running rampant
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service An Atlantic magazine article by Washington journalist David
Consolidation will bolster Scouts’ honor and mission
Editorial: Changing demographics have ushered in a wide swath of mergers, closings and consolidations up and
women’s college basketball
women’s college basketball Thursday’s games No. 12 Ohio State 87, Nebraska 69 LINCOLN, NEB.
nba roundup | Thursday’s games
Wizards 111, Pacers 98 INDIANAPOLIS Otto Porter Jr. made six 3-pointers, finished with 25
NIKOS FRAZIER | THE VINDICATOR
NIKOS FRAZIER | THE VINDICATOR Two-car crash on South Avenue Youngstown police were
men’s college basketball | Thursday’s games
No. 1 Gonzaga 96, San Francisco 61 SPOKANE, WASH. Nigel Williams-Goss scored 30 points as
Bed bug treatment deal approved
The YMHA commissioners approved a one-year bed bug treatment contract with Bug Patrol of Ohio LLC for up to $30,000.
Trustees meeting
Trustees meeting BOARDMAN The Boardman Township trustees have scheduled a special meeting at
nhl roundup Thursday’s other games
Senators 3, Devils 0 NEWARK, N.J. Mike Condon made 21 saves in recording his fifth shutout of
Trump’s pick to replace Flynn rejects offer
Associated Press WASHINGTON Vice Admiral Robert Harward has turned down an offer to be President
Sharon Speedway revises ticketing
Sharon Speedway revises ticketing Hartford Sharon Speedway has a new ticketing program for
President Trump signs coal bill, but it didn’t happen in the Valley
Opinion: As it turned out, President Donald Trump signed a bill Thursday that coal supporters say helps the
Warren man charged with making school threat expected to go home on GPS-monitored house arrest
Warren man charged with making school threat expected to go home on GPS-monitored house arrest
Surplus food/clothing
Surplus food/clothing Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, food distribution
mahoning county | Indictments
A grand jury indicted these people Thursday on these charges: Arnold J. Perry Jr., 33, Mahoning
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Richard and Sharon Eicheldinger, Canfield, boy, Feb. 15.
Man gets 10 years for bringing drugs from Mexico to Youngstown
Prosecutors said he was one of leaders of drug ring
major league baseball News & notes
Marlins: The Kushner family, which has close ties to the White House, put the brakes on its
YEARS AGO
Today is Friday, Feb. 17, the 48th day of 2017. There are 317 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Acosta named as choice for labor head
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seeking a surer bet to fill out his Cabinet, President Donald Trump
Top Trump envoys signal no quick changes to US-Russia ties
Associated Press BRUSSELS The Trump administration signaled Thursday there will be no change
Open enrollment
Open enrollment NORTH LIMA The South Range School District is accepting open-enrollment
Motorist indicted in fatal hit-skip of Cleveland officer
Associated Press CLEVELAND Authorities said the motorist arrested in the fatal hit-skip of a
BLACK HISTORY MONTH A list of area events in February to commemorate Black History Month as submitted to The Vindicator:
YOUNGSTOWN Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., will host Black History Month programs at 4
Day Without Immigrants protest closes restaurants around country
Associated Press PHILADELPHIA The heart of Philadelphia’s Italian Market was uncommonly quiet.
PRESIDENTS DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Gang members arrested in phone thefts from 9 states
Associated Press CLEVELAND Members of a violent Ohio street gang have been charged in federal
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Closed housing sales down in January YOUNGSTOWN In January, closed housing sales in Mahoning
Man carrying gun in Walmart cites 2nd Amendment rights; police disagree
Man arrested in Boardman Walmart for carrying a concealed gun without a permit
Jury acquits Columbiana man on gun silencer charge
A federal jury in Cleveland acquitted Brent See of gun silencer possession on Thursday.
GOP leaders unveil health law outline; divisions remain
Associated Press WASHINGTON Top House Republicans unveiled a rough sketch of a massive health
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Brantley Gilbert, 7 p.m.: Tickets are scarce for this country
Thursday, February 16 (119 stories)
Judge tosses out defamation lawsuit against Bill Cosby
Judge tosses out defamation lawsuit against Bill Cosby
Community organizer taps Warren brewery business
Adam Keck, 30, has spent most of his adult life dedicated to improving communities.
Contract approved for bed-bug treatment
The YMHA commissioners approved a one-year bed bug treatment contract with Bug Patrol of Ohio LLC for up to $30,000.
Canfield native returns to area to share love rocks
Canfield native returns to area to share love rocks
Jury acquits Columbiana man on gun-silencer charge
Jury acquits Columbiana man on gun-silencer charge
Smolinski's career-best 30 carries YSU women to victory
Alison Smolinski made seven 3-pointers and scored 30 points.
Youngstown investigating 2-car accident on South Avenue
Youngstown police on scene of 2-car accident
Supermax inmate gets 18 months for threats to doctor
When he threatened a prison doctor, William Brown was 18 days away last September from getting released from the Ohio State Penitentiary
Thimble tossed! Game piece voted out of Monopoly board game
Hasbro Inc. is holding a worldwide contest to let people choose the eight tokens to be included in the next generation of the property acquisition game
Steelers negotiating with WR Brown
The Steelers are following through on their promise to offer All-Pro wide receiver Antonio Brown a new contract.
Harward rejects offer to succeed Michael Flynn as Trump’s national security adviser
Harward rejects offer to succeed Michael Flynn as Trump’s national security adviser
Black lawmakers dismayed by Trump's invite to black reporter
Black lawmakers dismayed by Trump's invite to black reporter
Museum official: No plans to sell Wright Brothers artifact
The propeller was bought by a former trustee for $37,000 and donated to the hall in 2004.
Youngstown, Warren, Howland and Sharon hospitals sold by CHS to Boston health care outfit
Youngstown, Sharon hospitals sold to Boston health care outfit
Warren man charged with making social media threat expected to leave jail on bond
Warren man charged with making social media threat expected to leave jail on bond
Ohio University shuts down after large water main break
Ohio University shuts down after large water main break
Texas man gets 10 years for bringing drugs from Mexico to Youngstown
Texas man gets 10 years for bringing drugs from Mexico to Youngstown
Store demolition benefits Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown
Store demolition benefits Boys & Girls Club of Youngstown
Traffic on Warren's West Market Street back to normal after gun incident
Traffic on Warren's West Market Street back to normal after gun incident
A month into presidency, Trump prepares for a campaign rally
A month into presidency, Trump prepares for a campaign rally
WCBA students qualify for social media competition
WCBA students qualify for social media competition
City board of control OKs terms to fix two busy downtown streets
City board of control OKs terms to fix two busy downtown streets
Boardman police recover car stolen from owner's home
Boardman police recover car stolen from owner's home
Guilty plea expected involving San Bernardino terror attack
Guilty plea expected involving San Bernardino terror attack
Columbus prosecutors not allowed to pursue forgotten 1972 cop shooting
Judge: Man can’t be tried in forgotten ’72 cop-shooting case
Police request warrants in Michigan State assault case
police request warrants in Michigan State assault case
Stranded #hiker, dogs rescued from New Hampshire mountain
Stranded hiker, dogs rescued from New Hampshire mountain
6 charged in North Carolina with trafficking a ton of pot
6 charged in North Carolina with trafficking a ton of pot
Mattis: US not ready to collaborate militarily with Russia
Mattis: US not ready to collaborate militarily with Russia
US secretary of state says Russia must honor Ukraine deal
US secretary of state says Russia must honor Ukraine deal
Vice squad recovers guns, drugs in raids; makes arrests
Vice squad recovers guns, drugs in raids; makes arrests
Junior League will host meet-and-greet
Junior League will host meet-and-greet BOARDMAN Junior League of Youngstown will host a meet and
MetroParks screening committee to send recommendations to judge
Screening committee interviewed eight candidates for open MetroParks board seat
YSU graduate works to help Syrian refugees in Turkey
Mahoning Valley native Ashley Anderson founds online shop that benefits refugees
New cameras create clearer pictures of East High
Southeast Security installs $168,300 worth of more than 100 cameras in East High
Good times and Badd times Pop trio returns in I Love the 90s tour
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Doing it on their own is how the members of ’90s flash-
Body found on East Side identified as teen missing since last week
Coroner’s office says body is teen missing since last week
Salem theater serves another helping of the ‘Church Ladies’
Staff report SALEM Salem Community Theatre is bringing back the “Church Basement Ladies.” The
Generation Rock flexes its local musical muscle
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com Generation Rock, a new band with years of experience, will
Youngstown Symphony is ready to ‘Rock On!’
By GUY D’ASTOLFO dastolfo@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN With his “Rocktopia” set to launch a tour this
Country star keeps a step ahead of his devils Brantley Gilbert’s new chapter
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com What you see (or hear) is what you get from Brantley
Youngstown council members are concerned about the city spending water and sewer money on economic development
Some members want an annual budget of how much can be spent
Cavaliers 113 PACERS104
Cavaliers 113 PACERS104 Next: Knicks at Cleveland, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. Inside: More NBA results, B3
Oscar contest is heating up
The race for the Oscar Award for Best Picture is about to enter the home stretch. “La La Land” is
PRESIDENTS DAY | What’s open/closed
A checklist of local, state and federal institutions and local businesses closed various days for
DeVos’ confirmation is troubling
Opinion: By Karin Klein The Sacramento Bee The parade of gruesome Cabinet confirmations continue, the
Congress must delve into Trump’s links to Russia
Editorial: Recently, a comment from President Donald Trump about Russian President Vladimir Putin went viral
Family writes brutally honest obit
Opinion: By Jacquielynn Floyd The Dallas Morning News What do we owe the unloved dead? A dignified
Clean water anyone?
Opinion: By Jill Richardson OtherWords In case you were wondering what Republicans have planned for the
CD RATES
CD RATES The table shows the annual percentage yield as of Wednesday. All yields given in percent.
Sammarone’s fantastic finish bails out Canfield
Serena Sammarone stole the ball and the show for Canfield on Wednesday night.
WEDNESDAY’S PREPS AT A GLANCE
GIRLS BASKETBALL Ursuline 63, Boardman 51 Simone Comer scored 26 and reached 1,000 for her
HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING
HIGH SCHOOL BOWLING DIVISION I SECTIONAL When: 9 a.m. (girls) and 2 p.m. (boys), Sunday.
WEDNESDAY’s TOP 25 COLLEGE BASKETBALL GAMES
MEN No. 10 North Carolina 97, North Carolina State 73 RALEIGH, N.C. Joel Berry II scored 18
Wednesday’s other NBA games
Spurs 107, Magic 79 ORLANDO, FLA. LaMarcus Aldridge scored 23 points and Kawhi Leonard added 22,
SPORTS digest
Brock Lesnar tells UFC he is retired as fighter LOS ANGELES Former UFC heavyweight champion
Remains of tortoise George returning to Galapagos Islands
Remains of tortoise George returning to Galapagos Islands QUITO, Ecuador Lonesome George is
Cavaliers roll into All-Star break with win over Pacers
James scored 31, Irving with 26 in win over Indiana
Former Indian Chen to pitch for China in World Baseball Classic
Former Indian Chen to pitch for China in World Baseball Classic GOODYEAR, ARIZ. Nearly two
Warren man accused of Sandy Hook threat to be arraigned today
An arraignment hearing will be held at 1:30 p.m. today in Warren Municipal Court to determine whether a man accused of making a Facebook threat involving Warren Schools Feb. 1 will be eligible to make bond.
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Kristine Bevan and Daniel James Noble, Youngstown, boy,
Puzder withdraws nomination to be Trump’s labor secretary
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s nominee for labor secretary abruptly
Optimism among US homebuilders weakens
Associated Press U.S. homebuilders are feeling a bit less confident this month, reflecting a
Canfield town hall meeting set for May 4
The new fire station on Herbert Road should be completed by June
Calif. officials rush to drain lake as new storms begin
Associated Press OROVILLE, Calif. Officials raced to drain more water from a lake behind
Bomb threat at EGCC
Bomb threat at EGCC YOUNGSTOWN An Austintown man was jailed Tuesday morning after witnesses said
Today
Today Country music Old Dominion, 7:30 p.m., Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 Fifth Ave., Youngstown;
“MasterChef Junior” (8 p.m., Fox): On “MasterChef Junior,” the remaining
“MasterChef Junior” (8 p.m., Fox): On “MasterChef Junior,” the remaining junior contestants compete
AUDITIONS
AUDITIONS ACTORS “Sister Act,” Crown Theater Productions, 5 N. Main St., Columbiana, auditions
YEARS AGO
Today is Thursday, Feb. 16, the 47th day of 2017. There are 318 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
NEW THIS WEEK
NEW THIS WEEK A Cure For Wellness (R) sss A young executive is sent to retrieve his company’s
Basile returns to Ford hall
Basile returns to Ford hall Basile will return to Ford Family Recital Hall, 260 W. Federal St.,
‘La La Land’ is a divisive front-runner
By JAKE COYLE AP Film Writer These are divisive times. Agreement is hard to come by. Passions on
Lecture series at YSU planetarium
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN A series of free lectures will begin this week at the Ward Beecher
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476
Backyard Bar and Grill, 8942 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, Poland; 330-757-2476 Sat: Dead Flowers,
A list of kindergarten registrations and screenings as submitted to The Vindicator:
A list of kindergarten registrations and screenings as submitted to The Vindicator: Niles:
Campbell seeks road levy renewal in November
City implements direct-deposit for employee pay checks.
Congress blocks rule barring mentally impaired from guns
Associated Press WASHINGTON Congress on Wednesday sent President Donald Trump legislation
Trump charting a new course for the Middle East
Associated Press WASHINGTON Charting a striking new course for the Middle East, President
Kuzman’s owes $21K in back taxes
Kuzman’s owes $21K in back taxes GIRARD Kuzman’s, a bar and dance hall that closed this year,
Pentagon boss to NATO nations: Increase your military spending
Associated Press BRUSSELS In an ultimatum to America’s allies, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis
Trump’s secretary of state on the spot on 1st foreign trip
Associated Press BONN, Germany U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has his work cut out for
Bond yields rise, stocks push to records as economy cruises
Associated Press NEW YORK Stocks and bond yields punched higher Wednesday, and U.S. indexes set
Campbell Law Director clears overtime pay, despite mayor’s claim
Findings do not back mayor’s allegation of impropriety.
Agenda Friday
Agenda Friday Howland school board, 1 p.m., special meeting for a work session and conduct any
Man charged with painting anti-Arab message
Associated Press TOLEDO Police have charged an Ohio man with criminal damaging in the spray-
Trump administration ushers in changes to Obama health law
Associated Press WASHINGTON The Trump administration took steps Wednesday intended to calm
Waterline break near treatment plant baffles Niles officials
Officials believe the break occurred near Jan. 29
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Ribbon cutting WARREN The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber recently had a ribbon-cutting
YSU to offer real-estate courses
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Individuals who wish to obtain licensure as an Ohio Real Estate salesman
Trump declares ‘another day in paradise’
Associated Press WASHINGTON Less than a month into his tenure, Donald Trump’s White House is
Cubs get started with fanfare, big expectations
Back home in Las Vegas this winter, Kris Byrant finally understood just how much the Cubs championship meant far beyond the Windy City.
Wednesday, February 15 (105 stories)
Comer, Harris lead Ursuline girls past Boardman
Simone Comer scored 26 points and reached 1,000 for her career.
Waterline break near treatment plant baffles Niles' officials
Waterline break near treatment plant baffles Niles' officials
Mill Creek MetroParks selection committee sends recommendations to judge to fill open seat
Mill Creek MetroParks selection committee sends recommendations to judge to fill open seat
Austintown racino gets a chaplain
Chaplain Jim Smith of the Race Track Chaplaincy of America recently began working at Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course.
'Firefall' phenomenon wows visitors to Yosemite's El Capitan
Mother Nature is again putting on a show at California's Yosemite National Park
100-plus security cameras installed at East High School
100-plus security cameras installed at East High School
Youngstown council members question sewer, water fund use for economic development
Youngstown council members question use of sewer, water fund for economic development
Handel’s in attendance at Grammy after party
This was the Youngstown-born and beloved Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream.
Girard council introduces 2017 appropriations
City council introduced legislation this week to appropriate close to $15 million for the 2017 fiscal year.
YSU's Dowd a student of of the game
Youngstown State softball senior outfielder Sarah Dowd isn’t your typical senior.
Poland and Boardman police calls, Feb. 15
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman township
Port authority applying for $770,000 grant
The fate of a proposed military deployment hub at the Youngstown Warren Regional Airport is still not clear, but officials are taking steps to obtain a $770,000 grant that would help fund it.
Milwaukee boy, 14, charged in fatal shooting of 2 brothers
Boy, 14, charged in fatal shooting of 2 brothers
Yahoo issues another warning in fallout from hacking attacks
Yahoo issues another warning in fallout from hacking attacks
Mill Creek MetroParks selection committee board meets tonight
Mill Creek MetroParks selection committee meets tonight
Ohio truck driver accused of dumping wastewater into streams
Ohio truck driver accused of dumping wastewater into streams
Puzder’s nomination as Labor secretary in serious trouble
Puzder’s nomination as Labor secretary in serious trouble
Boardman police raid suspected meth lab on Shields Road
Boardman police raid suspected meth lab on Shields Road
Flynn, fired once by a president, now removed by another
Flynn, fired once by a president, now removed by another
Senate votes to block rule on guns and mentally impaired
Senate votes to block rule on guns and mentally impaired
Under Armour CEO clarifies Trump praise amid kerfuffle
Under Armour CEO responds to criticism of Trump praise
#Ohio college student wins title as best grocery bagger
Ohio college student wins title as best grocery bagger
Rushed repairs at Calif. dam as storm approaches
The Latest: Workers rush repairs at dam as storm approaches
Circus agrees to pay $25K in tent collapse that killed 2
Circus agrees to pay $25K in tent collapse that killed 2
Stronger economy lifts bond yields; stocks hold at records
Stronger economy lifts bond yields; stocks hold at records
Chesapeake Energy to boost 2017 drilling; eyes bigger 2018 market
Chesapeake Energy to boost drilling budget, rig count
#Texas woman, 2 children pulled from rumble left by tornado
Texas woman, 2 children pulled from rumble left by tornado
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Smith Corners United Methodist Church, 3000 S. Canfield-Niles Road (corner of Kirk Road
Carpatho-Rusyn Society sets lecture
Carpatho-Rusyn Society sets lecture HERMITAGE, PA. Youngstown Chapter of Carpatho-Rusyn Society
All roads lead to 3 WAY CAFE
Some restaurants promise a home-cooked meal but then serve premade frozen food that’s been reheated. This is never the case at 3 Way Cafe in Johnston.
Connected Political rants are polluting Facebook
“I’m done with Facebook,” a close friend recently lamented to me over a cup of coffee at Youngstown
Lost Love: Cavaliers’ All-Star out six weeks
Kevin Love won’t be able to help the Cavaliers down the stretch this season.
Unbeaten South Range routs Mooney
Dan Ritter scored a game-high 18 points and twin Anthony had 16 points.
Landmark 1952 Youngstown case returns to national prominence
The landmark 1952 U.S. Supreme Court case being cited today is Youngstown Sheet & Tube v. Sawyer.
Struthers wins with 19-0 second-quarter run
Carson Ryan led Struthers with 14 points and Andrew Carbon had 13.
McDonald tames Tigers after surviving slow start
Zach Rasile scored 20 of his 31 points in the second half.
Old Dominion surprised itself with hit debut
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com Old Dominion’s singer-guitarist Matthew Ramsey is the
Martin Yavorcik, convicted in the Oakhill Renaissance Place corruption scandal, heads back to court March 28
Yavorcik is seeking to overturn his conviction while prosecutors want him sentenced to prison for his crimes
Panel approves 60 percent, 10-year real estate tax abatement
The Mahoning County commissioners approved the tax abatement for Trumbull Manufacturing Inc. in Austintown.
Local level action urged to help address Ohio’s ongoing heroin epidemic
Local level action urged to help address Ohio’s ongoing heroin epidemic
YSU graduate students lend skills to Youngstown City School District
Youngstown State University counseling and psychology graduate students are giving back to the community – and the children
Couples celebrate Valentine’s Day with walk-in weddings
Trinity United Methodist Church marries multiple couples during annual event
Falcons’ Kubacki heads to district after setting sectional mark
Austintown Fitch’s Tim Kubacki has put together quite the career.
washington Officials: Trump knew Flynn misled White House 3 weeks before ouster
Associated Press WASHINGTON Just six days into his presidency, Donald Trump was informed his
Preps aT a glance
Preps aT a glance BOYS BASKETBALL South Range 65, Cardinal Mooney 43 SOUTH RANGE (20-0)
More College Basketball
More College Basketball MEN No. 13 Kentucky 83, Tennessee 58 LEXINGTON, KY. Malik Monk had
mcdonald 78 springfield68
mcdonald 78 springfield68 Next: McDonald at Sebring, Friday, 7:30 p.m. Next: Girard at
AROUND THE MLB | More news from Tuesday
Pirates may have to wait on Jung Ho Kang PITTSBURGH The Pittsburgh Pirates will begin spring
SPORTS digest
Fitch hosting Hall of Fame Weekend Austintown Fitch will have its Athletic Hall of Fame Weekend
Francona hasn’t watched Indians’ Game 7 loss
The Indians’ extra-inning loss to the Cubs in one of the best World Series finishes was difficult for Cleveland to get past
Harding to open after gun threat
Harding to open after gun threat WARREN Warren G. Harding High School will open today after a
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Governing Board of the Mahoning County Educational Service Center, 4:30 p.m.,
Associated Press
Associated Press WASHINGTON The dramatic departure of President Donald Trump’s hard-hitting
Warm up with comfort foods this winter
Family Features Enjoying warm comfort foods during winter months can serve as an exceptional way
Trumbull coroner rules death of Mineral Ridge man was homicide
The Trumbull County coroner the death of ruled Van Blevins, 44, a homicide.
Vienna officer cleared, grand jury indicts Houston man on OVI, fleeing
Vienna officer cleared, grand jury indicts Houston man on OVI, fleeing
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Mariah Flowers, Youngstown, girl, Feb. 13. Tracy Yeager
Police looking for clues in death of leader’s brother
Police looking for clues in death of leader’s brother KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia Police were
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Each week, this column offers recipes from Valley cookbooks. If your organization would like to have
Tuesday’s other NHL games
Maple Leafs 7, Islanders 1 TORONTO Auston Matthews scored twice, Frederik Andersen earned his
James, Cavs hold off Wiggins, Timberwolves
LeBron James spent the morning sending a crystal clear message to the Cleveland Cavaliers
Trumbull commissioners name 11 people, three alternates, to budget review committee
The Trumbull County commissioners on Tuesday released a list of 11 people they have selected to sit on the county citizens budget review committee.
Prosecutor: Dozens of child sex-assault cases ‘ignored’
Associated Press CLEVELAND Assistant prosecutors in Cleveland “ignored” about 70 rape and
Valentine’s Day brings 2 big insurance breakups
Associated Press It was a rough day for the already-roiled U.S. health insurance market: One giant
Hubbard school district will go back to voters with reduced levy
Voters rejected a larger tax in November.
Woman arraigned after standoff
Woman arraigned after standoff SHARON Tina Marie Baldinelli was arraigned on charges of assault
Deaths of two Valley boys prove flu is serious threat
Editorial: The deaths of two Columbiana County children from flu-related illnesses in recent weeks starkly
The comedy “Fist Fight” opens Friday in movie theaters nationwide. Here are five facts
The comedy “Fist Fight” opens Friday in movie theaters nationwide. Here are five facts about the
Etan Patz’s dad finally finds justice in verdict
Associated Press NEW YORK Nearly four decades after 6-year-old Etan Patz vanished on the way
YEARS AGO
Today is Wednesday, Feb. 15, the 46th day of 2017. There are 319 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
Yellen: Expect Fed to raise rates in coming months
Associated Press WASHINGTON Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen pointed Tuesday to a solid U.S.
Mexico hurt by NAFTA
Opinion: By Mark Weisbrot Tribune News Service President Trump is unlikely to fulfill his dream of
NC governor offers LGBT compromise
Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. North Carolina Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper proposed Tuesday what
John Glenn’s birthplace passed over for historic status
Associated Press CAMBRIDGE, Ohio A New York graduate student seeking historic recognition for
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Free assistance from Smart Growth YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning Valley is among four communities that
Major media remain in denial
Opinion: Since Donald Trump’s election, the major media have been trying to figure out what they did wrong,
Evacuation lifted for 200K Californians living below dam
Associated Press OROVILLE, Calif. Authorities lifted an evacuation order Tuesday for nearly
Groups coordinate planning for manufacturing lab
The vision is for a 60,000-square-foot building within walking distance of YSU and Eastern Gateway Community College
Religious exemption is ill-advised
Opinion: By Malcolm Lazin The Philadelphia Inquirer President Trump would be ill-advised to sign a
All About Chicken
By Kathleen Purvis The Charlotte Observer When you need to turn out a fast, tasty and healthful
Tuesday, February 14 (100 stories)
Landmark Youngstown case returns to prominence
The 1952 U.S. Supreme Court case being cited today is Youngstown Sheet & Tube v. Sawyer.
Struthers uses 19-0 run to beat Liberty
Carson Ryan led Struthers with 14 points and Andrew Carbon had 13.
Local level action urged to help address Ohio’s ongoing heroin epidemic
Local level action urged to help address Ohio’s ongoing heroin epidemic
Ohio college sees spike in alcohol-related emergency runs
Ohio college sees spike in alcohol-related emergency runs
UPDATE | Repairing Calif. dam could cost up to $200 million
Repairing dam could cost up to $200 million
Fitch's Kubacki more than staying afloat
Austintown Fitch’s Tim Kubacki has put together quite the career.
Knicks end Oakley's MSG ban
Charles Oakley is allowed back in Madison Square Garden, though the former New York Knicks star says he wants an apology before he would return.
Francona moving forward after World Series
Manager Terry Francona hasn’t watched the Cleveland Indians’ Game 7 loss to the Chicago Cubs in the World Series. He’s not one to look back.
Cavs' Love out at least six weeks
Kevin Love won’t be able to help the Cavaliers down the stretch this season.
Chicago toddler shot and killed in latest spasm of violence
Chicago toddler shot and killed in latest spasm of violence
North Korea leader’s half-brother and rival is dead in a suspected assassination
North Korea leader’s half-brother and rival is dead in a suspected assassination
'It's about time': Etan Patz's dad finds justice in verdict
'It's about time': Etan Patz's dad finds justice in verdict
US official: Russia deployed missile in violation of treaty
Russia has deployed a cruise missile in violation of a Cold War-era arms control treaty, a Trump administration official said Tuesday
Trumbull commissioners name 11 people to budget review committee
The Trumbull County commissioners on Tuesday released a list of 11 people they have selected to sit on the county citizens budget review committee.
Texas neurosurgeon found guilty of maiming patients
Texas neurosurgeon found guilty of maiming patients
OSHP investigating 3-vehicle crash in Warren tonight, five taken to hospital
OSHP investigating 3-vehicle crash in Warren tonight, five taken to hospitals
Groups coordinate planning for manufacturing lab
Imagine an advanced manufacturing lab where high-school and college students and entrepreneurs can all work together and where engineers, machinists and welders can interact.
Report: Harrison Ford has jet run-in at California airport
Report: Harrison Ford has jet run-in at California airport
Man caught driving 22 times without license loses appeal
A state court panel says a Pennsylvania man caught driving without a license 22 times got the punishment he deserved.
UPDATE | Man found on East Side is city's third 2017 homicide
Police told The Vindicator that a man who was found dead in a wooded area off of Wardle Avenue, is the city's third homicide of the year.
Cigna rejects $48 billion Anthem takeover, sues for damages
Cigna rejects $48 billion Anthem takeover, sues for damages
Evacuation lifted for 200K Californians living below dam
Evacuation lifted for 200K Californians living below dam
CityScape will celebrate 20 years
CityScape will celebrate 20 years YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown CityScape will celebrate its 20th
Trump was told in January that Flynn misled Pence, WH says
Trump was told in January that Flynn misled Pence, WH says
Girard police use stun weapon on man accused of crashing car into pole while intoxicated
Girard police use stun weapon on man accused of crashing car into pole while intoxicated
Fired for Venus Williams remark, ex-commentator sues ESPN
Fired for Venus Williams remark, ex-commentator sues ESPN
Girard woman tells police her pit bull killed other dog
Girard woman tells police her pit bull killed other dog
Woman doing community service in Campbell accused of theft
Woman doing community service in Campbell accused of theft
Cavaliers’ Kevin Love out 6 weeks following knee surgery
Cavaliers’ Kevin Love out 6 weeks following knee surgery
Mahoning commissioners OK tax deal for Trumbull Manufacturing
Mahoning commissioners OK tax deal for Trumbull Manufacturing
Mazda recalls nearly 174K cars to fix faulty seats
Mazda recalls nearly 174K cars to fix faulty seats
Yellen still sees gradual pace for rate hikes
The Latest: Yellen still sees gradual pace for rate hikes
Markets Right Now: US stocks back away from record highs
Markets Right Now: US stocks back away from record highs
Democrats want probe of 'unfit’ Flynn’s Russia ties
Democrats want probe of ’unfit’ Flynn’s Russia ties
Sandusky’s son awaits hearing on child sex abuse allegations
Sandusky’s son awaits hearing on child sex abuse allegations
Tarentum, Pa., man serving 30 days in Trumbull County also has charges back home
Robert R. Arms to serve 30 days’ incarceration for causing the death of another truck driver two years ago on state Route 82 in Brookfield
Palmer takes over as Sebring football coach
Brian Palmer replaces Scott Spring as the coach of the Trojans.
Cavs ‘concerned’ about Love’s knee
Kevin Love has been ruled out of tonight’s game against the Timberwolves.
Playhouse events will examine city’s past
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN On Sept. 19, 1977, Youngstown Sheet and Tube suddenly closed its
GM production will be down 3 weeks in March
Production will be down during the weeks of March 13, 20 and 27.
Mill Creek MetroParks board must now sign off on hunting and trapping
Park board has first work session
Mahoning Democratic chairman said he’s disappointed the president isn’t coming to the area to be met by protestors
The president’s visit to the Mahoning Valley was canceled without an explanation
Thanks to U.S. Tennis Association grant, Poland preschools learn to play
Poland Presbyterian Weekday Preschool students learn tennis basics
Vivo, Gabriele power Boardman girls
Jenna Vivo scored 26 points and Lauren Gabriele grabbed 14 rebounds.
Concerns arise about Austintown hotel-rehab facility
Concerns arise about Austintown hotel-rehab facility
Newton Falls recovers after frantic Ursuline comeback
The Tigers prevailed after squandering a 10-point lead in regulation.
Woman charged in e-mailed threat
Amy Beitzel is charged with threatening to hurt a former park director with a .38-caliber gun.
Evacuees might not go home till spillway is fixed
Associated Press OROVILLE, CALIF. Nearly 200,000 people who were ordered to leave their homes
Sweating in sauna can help brain, heart
Q. Saunas are the only gym experience I enjoy. I’ve led a very active and physical work life and had
Youngstown council will consider a proposal to pave six main streets in bad shape
Council will also consider $1.5 million in funding for a program to encourage people to buy homes in the city
Agenda Wednesday
Agenda Wednesday Coitsville Township Board of Trustees, 7 p.m., town hall, 3711 McCartney Road.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH A list of area events in February to commemorate Black History Month as submitted to The Vindicator:
YOUNGSTOWN Beulah Baptist Church, 570 Sherwood Ave., will host Black History Month programs at 4
4 Ohio children die of flu-related illnesses
Associated Press CLEVELAND Four Ohio children have died of flu-related illnesses in the past two
UN Security Council condemns missile test
Associated Press UNITED NATIONS The U.N. Security Council strongly condemned North Korea late
Have a Heart Dance
Have a Heart Dance Lyla Freeman, the daughter of Discovery at Kirkmere teacher Corissa Freeman,
Gun industry aims to ease restrictions on silencers
Associated Press ATLANTA They are the stuff of legend, wielded by hit men and by James Bond. For
Live music performances on television shows this week include:
Live music performances on television shows this week include: v Lukas Graham: Tonight on “Jimmy
Derek Jeter, wife announce pregnancy
Derek Jeter, wife announce pregnancy NEW YORK Derek Jeter’s wife, Hannah, says they are
Canada’s Trudeau talks trade with Trump at White House
Associated Press WASHINGTON A political odd couple, President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime
Ribbon cutting
Ribbon cutting WARREN Coleman Professional Services conducted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday
Discovery displays love for Lyla
Discovery at Kirkmere teachers and administrators help with fellow teacher’s sick daughter
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Kuzman’s for sale GIRARD Kuzman’s, a bar and dance hall known for its polka music, is for sale.
DuPont, Chemours to pay $671M in leak case
Associated Press WASHINGTON DuPont and Chemours will pay nearly $671 million to settle thousands
Selected local stocks
Selected local stocks STOCK, DIVIDENDCLOSECHANGE Alcoa Inc., .1238.480.18 Aqua America, .71
METRO DIGEST
Trooper candidates COLUMBUS The Ohio State Highway Patrol is looking for more state troopers.
Listen to your body Help Prevent Heart Attacks
Mayo Clinic News Network (TNS) Someone having a heart attack may experience any or all of the
It’s 1984 in dystopian Trumplandia
Opinion: By Jim Hightower OtherWords Tromp-tromp-tromp – troops are marching to battles. Boom-boom-boom –
DAKOTA ACCESS PIPELINE Judge denies request to halt work
Associated Press WASHINGTON A federal judge Monday refused to stop construction on the last
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH German town stops playing kids’ song after complaint BERLIN A town in Germany has
US must beware of its protectors
Opinion: WASHINGTON At their post-Civil War apogee, 19th-century Republicans were the party of activist
Woman who waged battle over donated sick leave has died
Nancy C. Guerini, 56, who waged a battle with the Trumbull County Engineer’s Office, has died.
college basketball roundup Monday’s games
MEN No. 3 Kansas 84, No. 9 West Virginia 80, OT LAWRENCE, KAN. Frank Mason III had 24 points,
Man charged with disorderly conduct
Man charged with disorderly conduct AUSTINTOWN A man arrested on a charge of disorderly conduct
YEARS AGO
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 14, the 45th day of 2017. There are 320 days left in the year. This is
nba roundup Monday’s games
Spurs 110, Pacers 106 INDIANAPOLIS Kawhi Leonard scored 32 points and the San Antonio Spurs
Flynn quits over Russian contacts
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s embattled national security adviser Michael
REUNIONS
Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1956 will meet for brunch at 11 a.m. Thursday at Bedford
ROAD RESURFACING
ROAD RESURFACING The following main roads in the city will be resurfaced in the second half of the
Owner of Vienna hunting preserve tries to reassure neighbors of safety
Owner of Vienna hunting preserve tries to reassure neighbors of safety
Monday, February 13 (86 stories)
Vivo powers Boardman girls past Mooney
Boardman junior Jenna Vivo poured in a career-high 26 points,
Mill Creek MetroParks board must now sign off on hunting and trapping
Mill Creek MetroParks board must now sign off on hunting and trapping
Former YSU kicker hired as Sebring High football coach
Former YSU kicker Brian Palmer is the new Sebring High football coach.
Trump 'evaluating the situation' involving Flynn, Russia
Trump 'evaluating the situation' involving Flynn, Russia
Mark Alberini retains Trumbull elections board seat
Mark Alberini retains Trumbull elections board seat
Concerns arise about Austintown hotel-rehab facility
Concerns arise about Austintown hotel-rehab facility
Cavs concerned about Love's knee pain, swelling
Kevin Love’s left knee injury has the Cavaliers concerned.
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS Junior Group of Goodwill Industries will host its auction and jewelry sale from 6:30 to
John Glenn’s Ohio birthplace passed over for historic status
John Glenn’s Ohio birthplace passed over for historic status
Jerry Sandusky’s son Jeffrey charged with child sexual abuse
Jerry Sandusky’s son Jeffrey charged with child sexual abuse
Man charged in burglary, vandalism of Pennsylvania Capitol
Man charged in burglary, vandalism of Pennsylvania Capitol
Fluffy snow wallops Northeast; 'Stay home’ is message
Fluffy snow wallops Northeast, where ’Stay home’ is message
UPDATE | Boccieri re-introduces bill to support students in military
Boccieri re-introduces bill to support students in military
Global stocks continue to rise, US indexes hit records again
Global stocks continue to rise, US indexes hit records again
Canada’s Trudeau arrives in Washington to meet with Trump
Canada’s Trudeau arrives in Washington to meet with Trump
California dam water level drops after massive evacuation
California dam water level drops after massive evacuation
Markets Right Now: US indexes open at record highs
Markets Right Now: US indexes open at record highs
Kasich takes show on the road to Sandusky in April
Kasich takes show on the road to Sandusky in April
Police stop 2 vehicles, make 2 arrests in same chase
Police stop 2 vehicles, make 2 arrests in same chase
Youngstown rap artist and model use positions and talent with faith to help Youngstown
Youngstown rap artist and model use positions and talent with faith to help Youngstown
Book group opens new chapter in relations between blacks, Jews
By SHAIYLA B. HAKEEM news@vindy.com YOUNGSTOWN We are all given a name and assigned a Social
Westminster speaker beats high odds
By SEAN BARRON news@vindy.com NEW WILMINGTON, PA. Everyone who bets on lottery games knows
There are no gaps in Charlie Wilson’s career
By JOHN BENSON entertainment@vindy.com It turns out R&B singer Charlie Wilson has been on a
Youngstown wants to keep kindergartners for all years of education
Youngstown City School District’s kindergarten registration starts March 6
Music director to share memories
Staff report LIBERTY Kris Harper, musical director of Mahoning Valley Chorale and Southside Fine
A sweet Mahoning Valley tradition: cookies outshine cake at local weddings
Wedding cookie tables are immensely popular in the Mahoning Valley.
ON THE LINKS
ON THE LINKS Sunday’s other pro golf results Allianz Championship BOCA RATON, FLA. Scott
New Castle teenager admits shooting male outside 7-Eleven store
New Castle teenager admits shooting male outside 7-Eleven store NEW CASTLE, PA. Lanny Baker, 17,
Ohio should look closely at photo IDs for food stamps
Editorial: ASTATE audit released last summer of Ohio’s $2.5 billion food-stamp program uncovered a wide swath
DeVos to the rescue
Opinion: By Jay Ambrose Tribune News Service It was a close vote Tuesday, just 51 to 50, but Betsy DeVos
Christians can’t preach the gospel while despising immigrants to US
Opinion: By John Pavlovitz The Dallas Morning News There are times when you realize how far humanity has
AROUND THE NBA
AROUND THE NBA Sunday’s games Knicks 94, Spurs 90 NEW YORK Carmelo Anthony scored 25 points
59th Annual Grammy Awards Adele’s ‘25’ takes 5
Associated Press LOS ANGELES Even though Adele flubbed during her live performance at the
SPORTS digest
YSU bowling team finishes 14th HOUSTON The No. 24 Youngstown State bowling team split two seven-
PREPS AT A GLANCE
BOYS BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT BRACKETS DIVISION I Alliance district March 1 Akron East at
Top 25 College Basketball Sunday’s men’s games
Northwestern 66, No. 7 Wisconsin 59 MADISON, WIS. Bryant McIntosh scored 25 points, and
northern ohio Critics hope bats might slow down pipeline project
Associated Press CLEVELAND Opponents of a high-pressure natural-gas pipeline expected to be
Agenda Tuesday
Agenda Tuesday Craig Beach Village Council, 7 p.m., regular meeting, municipal building, 2538
Northeast in sights of another winter blast of snow, winds
Associated Press Another winter blast of snow and strong winds moved into the Northeast on Sunday
US gas prices drop
US gas prices drop CAMARILLO, Calif. The average price of a gallon of regular-grade gasoline
East Liverpool boy, 7, dies of suspected flu-related illness
Staff report EAST LIVERPOOL Colton Williams, 7, of East Liverpool died of a suspected flu-
YEARS AGO
Today is Monday, Feb. 13, the 44th day of 2017. There are 321 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
There are some waves, but “so far, so good,” said Atty. Ned Gold, long-time scout leader
By WILLIAM K. ALCORN alcorn@vindy.com WARREN The Greater Western Reserve Council of the Boy
Report: Kim Jong Un watched missile launch
Associated Press PYONGYANG, North Korea In an implicit challenge to President Donald Trump,
Sunday around the NHL | Game recaps
Wild 6, Red Wings 3 ST. PAUL, MINN. Zach Parise scored twice and Devan Dubnyk made 30 saves to
White House considering all its options on travel ban
Associated Press PALM BEACH, Fla. The White House continues to weigh its options after a legal
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Today’s Entries
TODAY’S ENTRIES Post Time: 12:45 P.M. RACE 1 $10,600, 3 yo’s & up, 6F, F & M, CLM $7,500 1
Prince’s Warner catalog goes to all streaming services
Associated Press NEW YORK Tidal’s exclusive streaming rights to Prince’s Warner Bros. Records
ACLU sees Trump-era surge in members and donations
Associated Press NEW YORK The nearly century-old American Civil Liberties Union says it is
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak
Inside the ropes with … Jason Kokrak Sunday: The Warren JFK graduate shot a 5-under 67 in the
Glenwood Jr. High School teacher wins $16,000 Ohio EPA grant for ambitious composting project
Glenwood Jr. High School teacher wins $16,000 Ohio EPA grant for ambitious composting project
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
The top five global concert tours, ranked by average box-office gross per city. Includes the average
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Pennsylvania fire company turns to ‘naughty bingo’ for cash HOMETOWN, Pa. A
Immigrants wait in fear after raids; Trump takes credit
Associated Press Pastor Fred Morris looked out over his congregation Sunday as news ricocheted
Al Jarreau dies at 76
Al Jarreau dies at 76 LOS ANGELES Grammy-winning jazz singer Al Jarreau, who transcended genres
Thousands evacuate as officials eye dam
Associated Press OROVILLE, CALIF. Thousands evacuated their Northern California homes Sunday
COMING TOMORROW
COMING TOMORROW Sweating in a sauna can benefit your brain and heart. People’s Pharmacy, C1.
Sunday, February 12 (92 stories)
High winds cause hundreds to lose power in Mahoning Valley
Ohio Edison expected all power to be restored by 6 a.m. Monday
Monday Night Writers will meet Feb. 20
Monday Night Writers will meet Feb. 20 CANFIELD Monday Night Writers will meet from 6 to 8 p.m.
SENIOR SIDELIGHTS
Girard Multi-Generational Center, 443 Trumbull Ave., will offer the following opportunities: 10 a.m.
MASONIC GROUPS
MONDAY Past Matrons of Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will meet at noon at Eat’n Park in Austintown. The
SENIOR MENU
Easter Seals offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays in Columbiana and Mahoning counties for people 60
4-H queen competes at state convention
4-H queen competes at state convention YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning County 2016-2017 4-H Queen, Renee
Meetings begin Monday for parents of incoming kindergartners in Youngstown City Schools
Parents can learn about the amenities of the program
Japan leader, at Trump's side, calls North Korea's missile attack today 'intolerable'
The test appeared to be a challenge to the new US president
Alec Baldwin, 'SNL' cast skewer Trump White House
Melissa McCarthy reprised her role as Sean Spicer, Trump's press secretary
Winter storm warning issued for NW Pennsylvania
Erie is expected to receive up to 10 inches of snow; storm will bypass Northeast Ohio
Lobbyist seeks new interstate highway to connect Toledo to Columbus
The proposed Interstate 73, however, is not a major priority of the Ohio Department of Transportation
Meryl Streep: Thank Trump for awakening America to fragility of freedom
The actress spoke at an event sponsored by a gay-rights group
'Lego Batman' leads this weekend's box-office revenue
'Fifty Shades Darker' came in second, earning $46 million
Gas prices in NE Ohio rank lowest in nation
Nationally, prices have dropped a nickel per gallon in the past three weeks
Trump takes credit for roundup of hundreds of illegal aliens
Recent raids have taken place in the Carolinas, Georgia, Texas, New York and elsewhere
New Castle teen admits shooting male at 7-Eleven
The suspect helped police recover the weapon used in the crime
Gajdos reaches 1,000 points as Poland girls roll
Bella Gajdos scored 26 points and reached 1,000 for her career.
Struthers' Grandy outscores Lakeside herself
Emily Grandy outscored Lakeside herself, scoring 35 points for Struthers.
A year since staff dismissals, MetroParks officials and critics express optimism
Changes prompted by staff shake-up have moved park in right direction, some say
Jeffrey Dean Morgan beats all ‘Walking Dead’ villain
By FRAZIER MOORE AP Television Writer NEW YORK As 2015 neared its end, Jeffrey Dean Morgan was
Baerga will always be an Indians star
Carlos Baerga knew the Indians of the early 1990s were building something.
Loving dads, doting daughters dance night away
Chris McCallum was quick to confess that when it comes to sheer dancing prowess, he’s not exactly in the same league with Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.
Predicting the Grammy Awards showdowns Beyonce or Adele?
By MESFIN FEKADU and NEKESA MUMBI MOODY AP Music Writers NEW YORK Though dozens are
Week of Sunday, February 12, 2017
Joseph H. Bailey to Tracey Brown, Ohio Ave., Youngstown, $55,000. Thomas E. Kuhns to Ricky T.
Trump to reverse rule approved by Obama during Valley visit
Trump to reverse rule approved by Obama during Valley visit
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
File taxes for free YOUNGSTOWN The YWCA of Youngstown, 25 W. Rayen Ave., offers a way to file
APPOINTED
APPOINTED The Peter Allen Inn & Event Center, an elegant destination retreat in the farmlands of
Making political giving tax deductible is wrong
Editorial: There are a host of good reasons to go to church. Having the minister tell you how you should vote
Another black eye for the Valley
Opinion: One of the Mahoning Valley’s infamous sons hobnobbed with the president of the United States of
YSU’s global connections crucial
Opinion: If Youngstown State University and the Greater Mahoning Valley region plan to continue to diversify
Mikos provides offense as Mooney downs VC
What Cardinal Mooney’s Johnnie Mikos did in one quarter, the Cardinals and Valley Christian failed to do collectively the entire second half.
Saturday’s preps at a glance
BOYS BASKETBALL Ursuline 57, Campbell 34 Anthony Howell paced the Irish with 15 points.
Ohio and feds join forces to create ex-offenders ID card
Associated Press COLUMBUS The state of Ohio and the federal government have joined together to
High School GirlS Basketball leaders
SCORING Dayshanette Harris, Ursuline28.0 Dakota Naples, Niles 23.2 Isabella Kline, Newton
SPORTS digest
Phantoms hosting military event BOARDMAN To help promote the team’s Military Appreciation Night
Cookies get the royal decorating treatment in MetroParks class
Cookies get the royal decorating treatment in MetroParks class
Trump’s Florida estate stirs protests, spurs ethics debate
Associated Press PALM BEACH, Fla. President Donald Trump’s South Florida estate is no longer
Convicted sex offender charged in student’s death
Convicted sex offender charged in student’s death GROVE CITY, Ohio A convicted sex offender
Saturday’s other men’s college basketball games
No. 1 Gonzaga 74, No. 20 Saint Mary’s 64 MORAGA, CALIF. Przemek Karnowski scored 19 points and
Candidacy disqualified by board of elections
Candidacy disqualified by board of elections YOUNGSTOWN The Mahoning County Board of Elections
Howland police shooting: ‘It was life or death out there’
Howland police shooting: ‘It was life or death out there’
More Women’s College Basketball
No. 1 UConn 83, SMU 41 STORRS, CONN. Katie Lou Samuelson scored 19 of her 22 points in the
Car hits pedestrian
Car hits pedestrian HUBBARD A pedestrian struck by a car while walking west along the roadway
Officials say the internal debate over who is chairman is hurting the party
Warren Township police close a Trumbull GOP meeting after some jostling occurred
Thomas, Baerga hit First Pitch for Penguins
Former YSU ace, ex-Indians star highlight breakfast event.
Anti-abortion activists, counter protesters rally
Associated Press SEATTLE Anti-abortion activists emboldened by the new administration of
TV & RADIO
TV & RADIO TODAY 8:25 a.m. (NBCSN) Soccer: Burnley vs. Chelsea, Premier League. 9:30 a.m.
Pens’ Crosby still short of 1,000 after OT loss to Coyotes
Connor Murphy’s first goal of the season gives the Coyotes a 4-3 win
Archangel Michael Greek fest brings out traditions and innovations
Archangel Michael Greek fest brings out traditions and innovations
What our inner cities need most
Opinion: President Trump has stormed around Black History Month promising to fix inner cities for “the
Rockets hit Baghdad’s Green Zone
Associated Press BAGHDAD Two rockets landed in Baghdad’s highly fortified Green Zone on
Kasich works to erase Ohio’s ‘Rust Belt’ label
Associated Press COLUMBUS Ohio Gov. John Kasich has a pet peeve: the use of the term “Rust Belt”
LAYOVER? WORK OUT!
By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press Work out while waiting for your flight? That’s an option now
BLACK HISTORY MONTH Scheduled events
A list of area events in February to commemorate Black History Month as submitted to The Vindicator:
Mahoning Valley Race Course: Saturday’s Results
RACE 1 $8,900 - 3 yo’s & up, 1M 70Y, CLM $5,000 7 Brook’s Bay B (Colon, L.) $24.00 $7.20$4.80 4
Keke Palmer writes about a life unfiltered in new book
By ALICIA RANCILIO Associated Press NEW YORK If you’ve seen images of Keke Palmer on the red
High School BOYS Basketball leaders
SCORING Lucas Nasonti, Champion23.3 Chris Muir, Lakeview21.5 Bryan Gabrielson, Bristol21
Candle business started a side gig, now a full-time job for local entrepreneur
Kristin Biggs wants to bring gifts to people through her candle company, Gifts from a Virgo.
Giving Narcan to addicts can be counterproductive
Opinion: Giving Narcan to addicts can be counterproductive The heroin and fentanyl epidemic continues to
Trump administration acts to harm animals
Opinion: Trump administration acts to harm animals As he was signing edicts hurting one group after
COLUMBIANA, TRUMBULL COURTS
COURTS COLUMBIANA COUNTY NEW COMPLAINTS Mr. Rooter Plumbing v. Steven Brown, money. Julia
Filing taxes early? Good idea
By SARAH SKIDMORE SELL AP Personal Finance Writer Tax season is here, and while you have until
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Greek Festival, noon to 10 p.m.: In Youngstown, it’s never too
Here’s the history of how Presidents Day evolved
While Valentine’s Day is always Feb. 14, Presidents Day can be any one of seven dates, the third
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Avoid being gouged when buying eyeglasses
For the approximately 64 percent of Americans who wear them, prescription eyeglasses are part
Saturday, February 11 (80 stories)
Candy shops in Mahoning, Shenango valleys in high gear
Love — for whatever reason — is connected to chocolate, especially on Valentine’s Day.
Elections board disqualifies Struthers council candidate
Elections board disqualifies Struthers council candidate
Brianne Ciapala, Zachary Hodges plan April rite
boardman The parents of Brianne Ciapala of Boardman and Zachary Hodges of Biloxi, Miss., are
Miss Doubleday, Mr. Ruehs plan April wedding
POLAND Debbie and Rick Ruehs of Poland are announcing the engagement of their son, Chad Ruehs, to
Warren Township police close a Trumbull GOP meeting
Warren Township police close a Trumbull GOP meeting
Kathryn Chadwick | Joseph Audia
CANFIELD Kathryn Chadwick and Joseph Audia were married on Oct. 1. Brian and Frances Chadwick of
Jennifer Niles | Jeremy Cavender
LAKE MILTON Jennifer Niles and Jeremy Cavender were married at 12:30 p.m. Sept. 17 during a
Danielle Deley | Craig Cusano
YOUNGSTOWN Danielle Deley and Craig Cusano exchanged marriage vows Aug. 27 during a 1 p.m.
Melissa Pasquale | Ryan Dutton
YOUNGSTOWN Melissa Pasquale and Ryan Dutton were married July 23 in St. Dominic Church by the Rev.
Ernest and Joan Gardner mark 60 years together
YOUNGSTOWN Ernest and Joan Gardner will celebrate 60 years of marriage this month. Invitations
Cats at the Westminster dog show? Sort of, in a first
Felines sidled up to the nation's premier dog show, as part of an informational companion event showcasing various breeds of both species.
Years Ago for Feb. 12
1977: Republic Steel Corp. puts into operation its new $15 million high-speed continuous silicon annealing line in Warren.
Archangel Michael Greek fest brings out traditions and innovations
Archangel Michael Greek fest brings out traditions and innovations
Pedestrian suffers 'incapacitating injuries' in Hubbard Township
Pedestrian suffers 'incapacitating injuries' in Hubbard Township
Convicted sex offender charged in Ohio State student's death
A convicted sex offender released from prison in November has been charged in the shooting death of a 21-year-old Ohio State University student.
Cookies get the royal decorating treatment in MetroParks class
Cookies get the royal decorating treatment in MetroParks class
Howland police shooting: 'It was life or death out there'
Howland police shooting: 'It was life or death out there'
EXCLUSIVE | Trump returning to the Valley Thursday
President Donald Trump is coming to the Mahoning Valley on Thursday, sources with information about the visit said today.
Reminder: New day next week for Mahoning County commissioners' meeting
Mahoning County commissioners meet Tuesday next week
“Calling All Cars” opens today and will run through the spring at the Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown.
“Calling All Cars” opens today and will run through the spring at the Tyler History Center in downtown Youngstown.
Friars to honor Mancini
Staff report NEW YORK The Friars Club will honor Ray “Boom Boom” Mancini, former boxing champion
Ryan, Traylor lead Struthers past Lakeview
The kids were all right Friday night at the Struthers Field House.
Rockets rout Mineral Ridge
The Lowellville boys basketball team didn’t have any trouble finding the basket
Rasile, McDonald shoot down Western Reserve
Zach Rasile scored 12 of his 25 points in the second quarter.
Boardman taekwondo instructor donates class fees to elementary school
Stadium Drive Elementary will use donation for new gaga pit
Warren close to providing public with map of lead water lines
Soon, city residents will be able to check a map to see whether they are among an estimated 400 to 800 city properties that have lead water lines
Boardman holds off East’s rally
Holden Lipke’s hot shooting start and Travis Koontz’s dominance on the boards in the third quarter helped the Boardman High School boys basketball team
Fully vet food card photo ID plan, JFS officials urge
The proposal to put beneficiaries’ photos on food cards is in Ohio House Bill 50.
North Phelps Street business owners say downtown Youngstown road improvement worth the hassle
The project could take up to 21 months to complete
YSU tennis has international flavor
You can throw a dart at a map and likely come close to hitting a country where a member of the Youngstown State men’s tennis team is from
Moving out mental health advocacy
Four Youngstown State University graduate students prepare to give a mental health advocacy presentation in San Francisco
Late-night comedy rushes into the Trump era
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK HBO’s ads promoting John Oliver on “Last Week
Irreverence, affection make ‘Lego Batman’ click
By JOCELYN NOVECK AP National Writer Turns out, Batman can take a joke. Hundreds, actually.
record review
Chuck Prophet Album: “Bobby Fuller Died for Your Sins” Grade: 3 stars (out of 4) The song
O’Shaughnessy’s buzzer-beater lifts Poland
Poland sophomore Braeden O’Shaughnessy led the Bulldogs with 18 points and nine rebounds against Edgewood on Friday night, but his last basket was the most important
Man arraigned
Man arraigned YOUNGSTOWN A Warren man was arraigned Friday in municipal court on charges of
Years Ago for Feb. 11
Today is Saturday, Feb. 11, the 42nd day of 2017. There are 323 days left in the year. ASSOCIATED
The Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count celebrates its 20th anniversary next weekend, Feb. 17-20. A joint
Fentanyl dangers escalate
Opinion: Take a penny out of your pocket. Or borrow one from somebody. Heck, look around on the ground, and
Take to heart key actions for longer, healthier lives
Editorial: With St. Valentine’s Day fast approaching Tuesday, the national spotlight is shining brightly on
Navy memories of WWII endure
Opinion: As a nonagenarian, the older I get the more difficult it is to clear the cobwebs from my mind. What
Commitment of US to Europe’s peace, prosperity now uncertain
Opinion: By James Kirchick Los Angeles Times Since the end of World War II, the trans-Atlantic
Get moving on STOP now
Opinion: Toledo Blade: In September, Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, was a co-sponsor of the Synthetics Trafficking
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows:
Guest lineups for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC’s “This Week”: White House adviser Stephen Miller;
Goodyear to pay $1.75M after four deaths at Va. factory
Associated Press RICHMOND, Va. Goodyear will pay $1.75 million to settle workplace health and
nba roundup
nba roundup Friday’s games Heat 108, Nets 99 NEW YORK James Johnson scored a season-high 26
Trump mulls ‘new order’ on immigration
Associated Press WASHINGTON Seeking to regroup after a stinging legal defeat, President Donald
BUSINESS DIGEST ||
Shopping event BOARDMAN Southern Park Mall, 7401 Market St., will host a two-day LuLaRoe
Sears may sell land, cut jobs to save $1B
Associated Press NEW YORK Sears may sell more locations, cut more jobs and put more of its
Trump’s comments likely to cause heartburn for US lawyers
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump lobs verbal bombshells on Twitter and
Benefit dinner
Benefit dinner AUSTINTOWN The Dale Perry spaghetti dinner benefit will take place from noon to 4
Ohio Manufacturers to use MVMC model across the state
The model of the Mahoning Valley Manufacturers’ Coalition will be used throughout the state to end the manufacturing workforce shortage.
golf roundup Friday’s events
PEBBLE BEACH PRO-AM PEBBLE BEACH, CALIF. Jordan Spieth knew the pin position on the ninth hole
49ers try to close revolving door at head coach
For the third straight offseason, San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York hired a new head coach and introduced him with a news conference full of platitudes
nhl roundup Friday’s games
Blackhawks 5, Jets 2 WINNIPEG, MANITOBA Chicago linemates Patrick Kane, Artem Anisimov and
Giving cover to Berlin
Rarely do I truly feel my age, but after a few hours of watching 20-somethings lug concrete cinder
Pirates acquire Gosselin from Diamondbacks
The Pittsburgh Pirates bolstered their infield depth on Friday
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Liberty and Girard: HUBBARD
Monday meeting to address concerns about Vienna hunting preserve
Vienna officials have arranged a 10 a.m. Monday meeting with the Trumbull County commissioners and Trumbull County legislative delegation
Official: Flynn not ‘certain’ on sanctions talk with Russia
Associated Press WASHINGTON President Donald Trump’s national security adviser addressed U.S.
Today’s entertainment picks:
Today’s entertainment picks: v Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company, 8 p.m.: This New York-based troupe will
ODDLY ENOugh
ODDLY ENOugh Massachusetts couple names son born during Super Bowl Brady FALMOUTH, Mass. A
Pirates rename spring training home
Associated Press PITTSBURGH McKechnie Field, the longtime spring training home of the Pittsburgh
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital Charles and Jennifer D’Amato, Youngstown, boy, Feb. 9.
‘Saturday Night Light’
‘Saturday Night Light’ BROOKFIELD Brookfield United Methodist Church, 6951 Grove St., will have
MILESTONES
MILESTONES honors New coordinator Youngstown State University’s Poetry Center and Etruscan
Agenda Monday
Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 6 p.m., town hall, 82 Ohltown Road. Boardman
Blood Drives
Blood Drives today St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown,
OUT & ABOUT | Club Calendar
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Friday, February 10 (131 stories)
Struthers avenges loss to Lakeview
Freshman and sophomore team up for 28 points in win for Struthers
YSU tennis has international flavor
11 out of 12 YSU tennis members are from outside the United States
Doctor digs deep to find the "door to awareness"
A Black History Month celebration at Youngstown’s East High School titled “A Tribute to Black Pioneer Doctors – The Door to Awareness.”
Injured hiker reunited with dog he left on mountain
A hiker who was badly injured on Mount Baldy has been reunited with his dog, a week after he was forced to leave her behind on the snowy Southern California slope.
Man faces charges after leading police on chase
A Warren man was arraigned Friday in municipal court on charges of tampering with evidence and fleeing and eluding after reports said he led police on a chase
Phelps Street project will be worth the hassle, business owners say
The project could take up to 21 months to complete
CLUB CALENDAR
CLASSES Campbell Memorial High School Class of 1963 will meet at noon Wednesday at Buddy’s Cafe,
Warner Brothers is feature at center
Warner Brothers is feature at center YOUNGSTOWN Mahoning Valley Historical Society will host
Goodyear to pay $1.75M after 4 deaths at Virginia factory
Goodyear will pay $1.75 million to settle workplace health and safety violations at its Danville, Virginia, tire plant where four workers died on the job over the course of a year, officials announced Friday
Rock musician charged with having loaded gun on Delta flight
Rock musician charged with having loaded gun on Delta flight